[Hiring] Health Information Coder 1 @UCSF

Role Description

The Health Information Coder I is an entry level coder with a basic knowledge and skill set to utilize ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS classifications systems to code across various healthcare settings, including outpatient, emergency department, and ancillary services. This role ensures coding accuracy, compliance with regulatory guidelines, and adherence to UCSF policies, supporting proper reimbursement and revenue cycle integrity.

• The Coder I collaborates with healthcare providers, revenue cycle teams, and compliance departments to resolve documentation issues and maintain high standards of coding performance.
• The employee will work eight (8) hours per day, excluding meal periods, on five (5) consecutive days within a workweek.
• The workweek schedule is set between the employee and the manager and may be scheduled to start any day of the week based on manager approval.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS classification systems.
• Entry-level coding skills.

Requirements

• Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Adhere to UCSF policies to support proper reimbursement and revenue cycle integrity.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, revenue cycle teams, and compliance departments.

Benefits

• New hire sign-on bonus of $2,000 for eligible external new hires.
• Bonus is payable after 30 days of continuous employment.