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TEKsystems

Inpatient Medical Coder

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A Medical Coder organizes and reviews patient medical records and assigns codes for each diagnosis and treatment. Prepares coded information for use by health care insurers or for research. May retrieve information for clinicians and billing offices. Works in healthcare facilities.

$69,918 / year median in the U.S.

-4% projected decline

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Inpatient Medical Coder TEKsystems - 3.8 Los Angeles, CA Job Details Contract $22 - $28 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Health savings account AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) guidelines Inpatient experience Medicare CMS Regulatory compliance Mid-level CMS regulatory compliance Quality assurance audits Medical coding for emergency department records Charge capture (medical billing) Medicare regulations Continuous improvement Quality improvement Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) billing regulations Medicaid regulations Medicaid Quality audits Clinical documentation standards Documentation review Documentation reviews Full Job Description Description Review emergency department medical records to assign accurate
ICD-10-CM
diagnosis codes, CPT/HCPCS procedure codes, and applicable modifiers. Accurately assign facility Evaluation and Management (E/M) levels in accordance with client-specific emergency department leveling guidelines and facility charging methodologies, including knowledge of the ACEP tool. Analyze documentation from nursing staff, physicians, ancillary departments, and diagnostic services to ensure complete code assignment and charge capture. Apply official coding guidelines, CMS regulations, National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits, and payer-specific requirements. Review accounts for appropriate assignment of procedural services and injections/infusions when applicable. Identify documentation deficiencies and communicate within the appropriate channels regarding coding clarification needs. Maintain compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, commercial payer, and organizational coding policies. Participate in coding quality reviews, audits, educational initiatives, and process improvement activities. Remain current on coding updates, reimbursement changes, and regulatory requirements affecting emergency department facility coding. Collaborate with coding leadership, auditors, and client representatives to resolve coding-related issues. Additional Skills & Qualifications Review emergency department medical records to assign accurate
ICD-10-CM
diagnosis codes, CPT/HCPCS procedure codes, and applicable modifiers. Accurately assign facility Evaluation and Management (E/M) levels in accordance with client-specific emergency department leveling guidelines and facility charging methodologies, including knowledge of the ACEP tool. Analyze documentation from nursing staff, physicians, ancillary departments, and diagnostic services to ensure complete code assignment and charge capture. Apply official coding guidelines, CMS regulations, National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits, and payer-specific requirements. Review accounts for appropriate assignment of procedural services and injections/infusions when applicable. Identify documentation deficiencies and communicate within the appropriate channels regarding coding clarification needs. Maintain compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, commercial payer, and organizational coding policies. Participate in coding quality reviews, audits, educational initiatives, and process improvement activities. Remain current on coding updates, reimbursement changes, and regulatory requirements affecting emergency department facility coding. Collaborate with coding leadership, auditors, and client representatives to resolve coding-related issues. Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Los Angeles, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Leave
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Other Retirement and Savings