San Antonio Regional Hospital·Upland, California
The Coder II is primarily responsible for coding outpatient surgical, interventional radiology/cardiology procedures, and Observation accounts by reviewing the entire patient record to assign appropriate codes. This role also involves entering charges for Observation hours, infusions, injections, and bedside procedures following all regulatory requirements.
Overview JOB SUMMARY The Coder II is primarily responsible for coding of outpatient surgical, interventional radiology / cardiology procedures and Observation accounts.
This position is responsible for reviewing the entire patient record including the electronic record to assign appropriate codes for the following areas: Outpatient: Day patients, cardiac catherterization lab, other interventional radiology and Observation patients and Labor and Deliver Observation.
Coding should be complete, timely, and in accordance with CMS, Coding Clinic Guidelines, CPT Assistant, and organizational policies and procedures.
The Coder II is responsible for entering charges for Observation hours, infusion and injections, and bedside procedures for Observation and Labor and Delivery Observations accounts following all regulatory requirements.
Strong knowledge of appropriate modifier use.
Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred. Completion of AHIMA approved coding.
Proficient in use of computers.
Physical
Requirements: Must be able to perform the essential physical requirements of the job. PAY RANGE $28.52 - $42.78 The posted pay range reflects the lowest to highest pay that was available for this position at the time of posting and may be subject to change. Salary offers are determined by candidate’s relevant experience and skills. For per diem positions, a standard rate is used based on market data and not the candidate’s individual experience.
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED preferred, and completion of an AHIMA approved coding program. A minimum of two years of coding experience in an acute care outpatient surgery department or ambulatory surgery center using ICD-10-CM and CPT is required, along with a current RHIT or CCS certification.
Market context
California outpatient surgery coding roles are often competitive because employers look for coders who can work accurately with ICD-10-CM and CPT in fast-paced acute care or ambulatory surgery settings. For this Coder II role, the key differentiators are two years of relevant experience, an AHIMA-approved coding program, and current RHIT or similar credentialing expectations. Since job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, you can review the essentials faster; a practical next step is to confirm your outpatient surgery coding background matches the setting before applying.
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