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Located in the metropolitan area of Sacramento, the Adventist Health corporate headquarters have been based in Roseville, California, for more than 40 years. In 2019, we unveiled our WELL-certified campus - a rejuvenating place for associates systemwide to collaborate, innovate and connect.
Whether virtual or on campus, Adventist Health Roseville and shared service teams have access to enjoy a welcoming space designed to promote well-being and inspire your best work.
Job Summary:
Analyzes and abstracts health information to assign medical codes. Identifies relevant diagnoses and procedures to accurately reflect the health care services provided. Assists in capturing medical data that are complete, accurate and compliant for the purpose of reimbursement, research and compliance.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
Licenses/Certifications:
Essential Functions:
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
About Us
Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 90 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care facilities, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of 37,000 includes employees, physicians and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.
Located in the metropolitan area of Sacramento, the Adventist Health corporate headquarters have been based in Roseville, California, for more than 40 years. In 2019, we unveiled our WELL-certified campus - a rejuvenating place for associates systemwide to collaborate, innovate and connect.
Whether virtual or on campus, Adventist Health Roseville and shared service teams have access to enjoy a welcoming space designed to promote well-being and inspire your best work.
Job Summary:
Analyzes and abstracts health information to assign medical codes. Identifies relevant diagnoses and procedures to accurately reflect the health care services provided. Assists in capturing medical data that are complete, accurate and compliant for the purpose of reimbursement, research and compliance.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
- High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
- Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
- Experience in an acute care hospital setting: Preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCA) or enrollment in an AHIMA approved Coding Education Course: Required
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) (Critical Access Sites Only): Preferred
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS): Preferred
Essential Functions:
- Performs necessary chart abstracting to ensure completion of necessary fields prior to coding access. Validates attending and consulting physician abstract. Validates dates and charges to ensure they match actual services perfumed.
- Reviews Charge Viewer to validate charges, modifiers, and supply charges. Validates bogus codes and E/M levels prior to coding access. Reviews, identifies and completes charge corrections prior to review by coder. Works with corresponding departments to resolve identified issues prior to coding.
- Follows coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with federal and state regulatory bodies.
- Collaborates to provide coding feedback and education to departmental leadership regarding completeness and accurateness of documentation and physician coding practices. Acts as a liaison between patients, providers, and payers.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
About Us
Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 90 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care facilities, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of 37,000 includes employees, physicians and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.
