About Southwest Healthcare
Southwest Healthcare is a growing network of five acute care hospitals and outpatient centers serving Southern California. With more than 7,000 healthcare professionals, we are committed to delivering high-quality, accessible care to the communities we serve. We are part of Universal Health Services (UHS)—a Fortune 500 company with 300+ facilities nationwide.
Job Summary
As a Per Diem Inpatient Coder (Sr Coder), you’ll work remotely to review, assign, and abstract ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and DRG codes for inpatient records in accordance with official coding guidelines and organizational policies.
Key Responsibilities
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Assign accurate inpatient diagnosis and procedure codes using ICD-10-CM/PCS.
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Apply DRG grouping logic and validate sequencing of diagnoses and procedures.
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Collaborate with HIM leadership for performance reviews and quality improvement initiatives.
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Resolve coding issues and inconsistencies with clinical staff.
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Assist with other coding areas (as needed) across the Southwest Healthcare system.
Required Qualifications
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Education:
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High school diploma or equivalent (required)
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Associate’s degree in Health Information Management (preferred)
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Experience:
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3–5 years of inpatient coding experience
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Acute care coding experience (required)
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Certifications (One of the following required):
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RHIA – Registered Health Information Administrator
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RHIT – Registered Health Information Technician
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CCS – Certified Coding Specialist
(All must be accredited by AHIMA)
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Required Skills & Tools
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Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, DRG/APC, sequencing guidelines, and OSHPD reporting
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Familiarity with HIPAA, The Joint Commission, and Title 22 compliance
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Proficient in 3M HDM, Nuance CD One, and EMR systems
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Excellent organizational, time management, and interpersonal communication skills
Benefits Highlights
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Competitive pay rates
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Remote/flexible work opportunity
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Career advancement within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries
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401(k) with company match and stock purchase plan
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Tuition reimbursement and CEU support
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SoFi student loan refinancing program
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