E/M & Hospitalist Coder OP Ancillary/Physician Coder - MemorialCare

Title: E/M & Hospitalist OP Ancillary/Physician Coder

Location: Fountain Valley, CA (Predominantly Remote)

Department: Document Improvement

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Days (8hr)

Pay Range: $31.25/hr - $45.32/hr

MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups – consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models.

Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Coding Compliance Manager, the OP Ancillary/Physician Coder will play a key role in reviewing and analyzing billing and coding for charge processing. This role will be responsible for reviewing and accurately coding office, hospital, and surgical procedures for reimbursement, as well as ensuring accurate and compliant medical coding for both inpatient and outpatient services, diagnostic tests, and other medical services rendered to each patient.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

1. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
2. Proficient in Epic software
3. Possess analytical skills
4. Possess critical thinking and problem-solving skills
5. Solid understanding of the health care revenue cycle
6. Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate information accurately and clearly
7. Provide excellent customer service
8. The ability to manage interpersonal relationships and effectively communicate with clinical partners and fellow business center teams
9. Detail oriented
10. Strong work ethic, honest, and dependable
11. Collaborative team player with the ability to adapt to the ever-changing healthcare environment
12. Professional demeanor at all times
13. Maintain patient confidentiality
14. Maintain a safe and orderly work area
15. Personal time management skills – the ability to organize, prioritize, and multitask
16. Be at work and be on time
17. Follow company policies, procedures and directives
18. Interact in a positive and constructive manner
19. Prioritize and multitask

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications/Work Experience:

• 3-years’ experience working in a hospital or physician’s office as a medical coder and interacting with physicians;
• Expert knowledge of ICD10, CPT and HCPCS
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
• Epic software experience highly desired
• Proficient Microsoft skills

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• High School diploma or GED required;
• CPC, CCS, or equivalent certification required