Medical Billing Coder - Per Diem

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Associate Director/Revenue Manager, the Medical Billing Coder (Professional Fee Coder – Revenue Cycle Analyst) will be responsible for front‑end billing functions, including procedural and diagnosis coding, charge entry, and contacting physicians for documentation tracking and updates. The incumbent will acquire knowledge of revenue cycle coding practices and concepts, achieving proficiency in managing 500‑1,000 code combinations that include Evaluation and Management services, as well as simple to moderately complex testing and procedural code services.

The Medical Billing Coder will work to master all entry‑level coding functions: assigning appropriate CPT and ICD‑10 codes, associated modifiers, NCCI edits, resolving coding edits and RFIs, and performing basic entry‑level revenue cycle duties. Other duties may include assisting other departments as needed or assigned.

As a Medical Billing Coder, one must be flexible and adept at juggling multiple tasks with competing priorities. Duties include researching billing/coding questions, working billing work queues with various billing staff, training and auditing front‑ and back‑end billing processes, and identifying opportunities for improvement.

Your placement within the salary range depends on factors such as work experience and internal equity. The hourly rate of pay is $49.19 per hour. Benefits are not offered for this part‑time per diem role. In the near future, this position may transition to a union‑represented opportunity, where the rate of pay and benefits may change.

Faculty Practice Management Operations supports the Revenue Cycle functions for charge capture, coding, charge edits, authorizations, and RFI resolution, supporting over 14 clinical departments and 50 clinical programs. Charge generation for the unit is roughly $2.8 billion, supporting both Faculty Practice Operations and the Adult, Children’s, and Cancer Services. The impact of revenue cycle work for this unit is felt by Faculty Practice Operations (FPO) and UCSF Health Inpatient Facilities.

• No relevant work experience is required, although a fundamental understanding of coding (CPT and ICD‑10) documentation requirements (for both billing and compliance) and the billing submission process is essential.
• The ability to work Monday‑Friday, 7:30‑4:30, onsite in Emeryville, CA.
• One of the following certifications:
  Certified Professional Coder (CPC) OR Certified Coding Associate (CCA) OR Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) OR Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) OR Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA).
• Successfully passed an AAPC or AHIMA coding exam.
• Detail‑oriented, with organizational skills and the ability to manage time efficiently, prioritize tasks, and complete assignments consistently on schedule.
• Knowledge of database, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Basic communication skills, with the ability to interpret and present clinical financial information clearly and concisely.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to evaluate workflows and systems.
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team environment with internal staff across a wide variety of business and clinical areas.

• Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Six (6) or more months of related work experience and training.
• Prior clinical experience.
• Revenue cycle, finance, or accounting experience.
• Strong computer skills; proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented and experienced with large data sets.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills, independent, and a “can‑do” attitude.

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)

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