HEALTH INFO CODER 3, PER DIEM
About The Position
The Health Information Coder III PD is a senior-level inpatient coder with advanced knowledge and skill set to utilize the ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, HCPCS classification systems. The skill set extends to advanced knowledge and comprehension of code sequences into Diagnoses-Related Groups. Cases are coded to comply with the official guidelines for coding and reporting, practice standards and code of ethics for HIMS coder. Cases are abstracted according to UCSF Health policies and procedures. The focus of coding and abstracting is on a range of all primary hospital services. This is a per diem position with no set schedule.
Requirements
- Advanced knowledge and skill set to utilize the ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, HCPCS classification systems.
- Advanced knowledge and comprehension of code sequences into Diagnoses-Related Groups.
- Ability to code cases to comply with the official guidelines for coding and reporting, practice standards and code of ethics for HIMS coder.
- Ability to abstract cases according to UCSF Health policies and procedures.
- Ability to solve problems and troubleshoot computer issues.
- Ability to perform data searches.
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and IT security.
- Ability to treat others with respect and work well on a team.
- Ability to follow safety and infection control guidelines.
- Ability to maintain equipment and work area.
- Ability to comply with the UCSF Health dress code.
Nice To Haves
- Train others as requested.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate understanding of DRG coding mission within UCSF Health.
- Demonstrate understanding of DRG coding, AR, and data submission information flow.
- Ability to solve problems and troubleshoot computer issues.
- Perform data searches.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and IT security.
- Treat others with respect and work well on a team.
- As requested, train others.
- Follow safety and infection control guidelines.
- Maintain equipment and work area
- Comply with the UCSF Health dress code.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Total compensation information available at: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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