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We are looking for a Medical Coder to join a healthcare organization in Sacramento, California in a Contract to permanent capacity. In this role, you will translate clinical documentation into accurate diagnostic and procedural codes that support compliant billing and reimbursement. This opportunity is ideal for someone who can balance productivity with precision while working closely with providers and revenue cycle partners.
Job Responsibility
Examine clinical records and determine the correct diagnosis and procedure codes for charge capture within required turnaround times
Apply ICD-10, CPT, and evaluation and management coding standards to physician and provider documentation with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance
Sequence diagnoses and procedures appropriately to support ethical billing practices and proper reimbursement outcomes
Investigate complex, uncommon, or unclear cases to identify the most accurate coding approach using current industry guidance and reference tools
Recognize services that require billing modifiers, including special reporting situations, and ensure they are reflected correctly on coded encounters
Communicate with physicians and other providers to resolve incomplete, conflicting, or ambiguous documentation before finalizing codes
Monitor accounts with missing documentation and follow through to help move encounters toward accurate coding and billing completion
Support claims follow-up activities by addressing coding edits, denials, audit requests, and other reimbursement-related inquiries
Contribute to compliance reviews, internal audits, and ongoing education efforts while staying current on regulatory and payer guideline updates
Requirements
At least 2 years of medical coding experience in a healthcare setting that requires careful attention to detail, or in an outpatient setting
Working knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and evaluation and management coding principles
Background in outpatient coding with the ability to review provider documentation and assign codes accurately
Certified coding credential or comparable formal coding qualification
Familiarity with electronic health record and coding applications such as Epic, EncoderPro, or similar tools
Strong analytical ability and careful attention to detail when interpreting clinical information
Effective written and verbal communication skills for provider queries and collaboration across teams