The Health Information Coder III is responsible for coding and abstracting acute academic inpatient cases using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS systems. They must analyze medical records to ensure compliance with official coding guidelines, practice standards, and UCSF Health policies.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a high school diploma and a relevant professional certification such as CCS, CIC, RHIT, or RHIA. A minimum of 3 years of inpatient DRG coding experience in an academic teaching hospital is required.
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Job description
The Health Information Coder III is a senior-level inpatient coder with the knowledge and skill set to utilize the ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS classification systems to code acute academic, teaching inpatient cases.
The skill set extends to knowledge and comprehension of code sequences into Diagnoses-Related Groups on acute academic, teaching inpatient cases.
Cases are coded to comply with the official guidelines for coding and reporting, practice standards and code of ethics for HIMS coder.
Cases are abstracted according to UCSF Health policies and procedures.
The focus of coding and abstracting is on a range of all primary hospital services.
There is minimal review of coding for quality.
DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Retrieve and analyze comprehensive medical records and information systems for appropriate documentation and follow-up as appropriate.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF.
For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
The hourly rate for this role is $70.02 (Hourly Rate).
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
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UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
UCSF Health Information Management Services (HIMS) is a vital department dedicated to managing and safeguarding patient health information across UCSF Health.
As a cornerstone of UCSF�s commitment to delivering world-class care, HIMS ensures the accuracy, security, and accessibility of medical records while upholding the highest standards of compliance with state and federal regulations.
The HIMS team oversees critical functions such as medical record management, release of information, coding, transcription, and data integrity.
By maintaining comprehensive and accurate patient records, HIMS supports clinicians in delivering safe, effective, and patient-centered care.
The department also plays a key role in ensuring compliance with regulations such as HIPAA, ensuring the confidentiality and privacy of patient information.
HIMS is committed to leveraging advanced technologies and best practices to streamline workflows, enhance data management, and improve the accessibility of health information.
Through its expertise in health information systems, the department supports UCSF Health�s operational efficiency and clinical excellence.
Education and collaboration are central to HIMS� mission.
The department provides training and support to clinicians and staff to ensure proper documentation practices and adherence to regulatory standards.
By fostering a culture of accountability and transparency, HIMS helps UCSF Health maintain its reputation as a leader in healthcare quality and innovation.
With its focus on accuracy, security, and organizational excellence, UCSF Health Information Management Services plays a critical role in enabling UCSF Health to deliver outstanding care.
The department�s work ensures that health information is a trusted resource for clinical decisions, research, and the advancement of healthcare worldwide.
