• Coder, CBO

    Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center (Pomona, CA)


    Position Summary: IReviews documentation and data. Identifies diagnostic and procedural information. Abstracts and/or verifies documentation to support diagnoses, procedures, and treatment results. Follows coding conventions. Identifies discrepancies, potential quality of care, and billing issues. Stays abreast of current regulations to maintain certification. May be required to cross train in different specialties. May perform other duties as assigned.

     

    Job Qualifications: [Required] EDUCATION: High School diploma or equivalent CERTIFICATION: Coding Certification from AAPC/AHIMA. EXPERIENCE: Coursework in Medical Terminology/Anatomy. Must have good computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, etc.). Must have good organizational and analytical skills, as well as good verbal and written communication skills.

     

    Preferred Qualifications: Associates' Degree.Two to five years of coding experience with an emphasis on Medicare and Medi-Cal requirements. Prior experience in the healthcare field specifically related to coding and/or medical billing and compliance. Familiar with state, federal laws and professional coding standards. Experience with coding tools (e.g. 3M Encoder, CPT Assist, NCCI, etc.)

     

    Salary range; $29.65 - $41.71 hourly. Salary will be commensurate with experience.