Job Overview
NorthBay Health is seeking a Professional Surgical Coder to accurately translate medical procedures and diagnoses into ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes for professional surgery charges in outpatient and inpatient settings.
This role may be performed onsite or remotely, though onsite work is preferred based on business needs. Candidates must be located within the continental United States, with remote work not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The coder will work closely with providers to clarify coding requirements, apply coding guidelines correctly, and support accurate and timely charge capture in a healthcare environment.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred; college coursework is a plus
- CPC, CCS, or CCS-P certification required
- 5+ years of experience in professional fee coding, including surgical coding in both inpatient and outpatient settings
- EMR medical records experience required
- Encoder system experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, disease processes, and reimbursement methodologies including DRGs, HCCs, and APCs
- Proficiency with ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines
- Understanding of the clinical content of a health record
- Knowledge of PCs, Cerner, and/or related computer systems strongly preferred
- Microsoft Office experience, including email, Word, and Excel
- Knowledge of insurance requirements and compliance guidelines for Medicare, PHP, WHA, Medi-Cal, Workers’ Compensation, and commercial insurance
- Ability to work independently, meet metrics, and manage deadlines in a remote or hybrid environment
- Some leadership experience preferred, but not required
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life, disability, and long-term care coverage
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Education reimbursement for eligible roles
- Professional development and training programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness programs
- Recognition programs
- Shift differentials
- Market-based compensation reviews and increases, subject to approval and organizational performance
Location
California, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Senior
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
1 month ago