Medical Records Coding Technician jobs in Santa Cruz, CA
Medical Records Coding Technician abstracts clinical information from medical records and assigns the appropriate ICD or CPT codes using industry-standard coding guidelines. Assigns required DRG (diagnosis-related grouping) codes. Being a Medical Records Coding Technician works with coding databases and software to input and maintain data according to standard procedures. Performs quality audits of work. Additionally, Medical Records Coding Technician maintains and up-to-date knowledge of coding and documentation requirements. Requires a medical coding certification. The exact type of coding certification may vary based on the clinical setting or a medical specialty focus. May require an associate degree. The AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification is typically required. The Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification is also a typical requirement. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Medical Records Coding Technician works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Medical Records Coding Technician typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Medical Records Coding Technician jobs
- Mariner Healthcare
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Santa Cruz, CA
FULL_TIME
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SUMMARY
Responsible and accountable for the record keeping procedures and storage of all clinical records in a manner consistent with facility policies and procedures, professional standards, and state and federal laws and regulations for long-term care facilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
§ Prepares charts for new admissions.
§ Closes medical records upon discharge.
· Develops schedule for and conducts audits of the clinical and electronic health records.
· Monitors physician visit schedule.
· Maintains master index system.
· Orders, maintains, and distributes medical records forms.
· Monitors procedures to maintain confidentiality of patient information and guard against loss or destruction of data in accordance with the facility’s policy and procedures.
· Maintains records and completes required forms and documents in accordance with facility policies and state and/or federal regulations.
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
· High school diploma or equivalent.
· Working knowledge of medical terminology.
· Proficient in the use of personal computer.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises Medical Record assistant, if any, and others for whom they are administratively or professionally responsible.
- 9 Days Ago
- University of California Santa Cruz
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Santa Cruz, CA
FULL_TIME
- Police Records Technician Location: Santa Cruz Job ID: 33617 JOB POSTING Employee will be a staff member of the UC Santa Cruz Police Department and therefore must pass a thorough background investigat...
- 21 Days Ago
- Salud Para La Gente
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Watsonville, CA
FULL_TIME
- DescriptionSalud Para La Gente (SALUD) provides high quality, comprehensive and cost-effective healthcare to underserved low-income communities in the Monterey Bay area, including Santa Cruz County an...
- 7 Days Ago
- Salud Para La Gente
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Watsonville, CA
FULL_TIME
- DescriptionSalud Para La Gente (SALUD) provides high quality, comprehensive and cost-effective healthcare to underserved low-income communities in the Monterey Bay area, including Santa Cruz County an...
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- North Coast Orthodontics
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Capitola, CA
PART_TIME
- Our well-established orthodontic practice is seeking a warm and friendly individual to join our dynamic team. The Records Technician will be responsible for taking digital photos and scans, as well as...
- 24 Days Ago
- Active Transport Medical Services, LLC.
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Watsonville, CA
FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
- Active Transports (ATP) values are service before self, integrity first and excellence in all we do. ATP provides CCT, ALS, and BLS Non-Emergency Ambulance services in Tri-County area. Our goal is to ...
- 17 Days Ago
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- Santa Cruz City Schools
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Santa Cruz, CA
- Job Summary * Transport students over scheduled routes. * Ensure safety of students while being transported to an assign...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Netflix
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Los Gatos, CA
- At Netflix, we want to entertain the world and are constantly innovating on how entertainment is imagined, created and d...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Janus of Santa Cruz
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Santa Cruz, CA
- Summary We believe the role would place you in a highly energized environment where you would be inspired to share your ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Driscoll's
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Watsonville, CA
- About the Role The Lab Manager, Chemistry will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily operations of Dr...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
- City of Watsonville, CA
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Watsonville, CA
- Salary: $16.87 - $22.61 Hourly Location : City of Watsonville, CA Job Type: Temporary-Hourly (960 hours) Job Number: 202...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
- City of Santa Cruz, CA
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Santa Cruz, CA
- Salary : $6,072.00 - $8,544.00 Monthly Location : City of Santa Cruz, CA Job Type: Regular Full-Time Job Number: 24-076 ...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Your SmartSource
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Santa Cruz, CA
- Company Profile: Santa Cruz Community Credit Union (SCCCU) is a community-development and low-income certified credit un...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc.
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Los Gatos, CA
- Assistant Store Manager - Specialized Los Gatos ABOUT SPECIALIZED Innovation has guided our every decision since 1974. A...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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