Certified Medical Coder

Presidential Staffing Solutions, LLC·Palo Alto, California

$28 - $30/hrFull Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 18 days ago

Practice for this role

Certified Medical Coder · $28 - $30/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-48% vs. median posted rate for administration roles in Palo Alto, California ($53.89/hr)

13 similar openings in the Palo Alto area · median $53.89/hr

$28.00/hr · lowesthighest · $75.00/hr

this role: $28.00/hrmedian $53.89/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted administration roles in Palo Alto, California rates. This role sits in the 5th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 48% below the Palo Alto, California median for administration roles.

The Medical Coder is responsible for transcribing patient records and accurately processing claims for reimbursement. They must ensure codes are properly sequenced and maintain detailed documentation regarding medical records.

Benefits

401(k) Employee discounts Paid time off Title: Medical Coder Locations: San Francisco, CA / Palo Alto, CA / Northern California, CA / Las Vegas, NV / Fresno, CA / Reno, NV / Honolulu, HI Type: Full-time Certification: CCS, RHIA, or CPC

Benefits/Perks Flexible Scheduling Competitive Compensation Careers Advancement Job Summary We are seeking a Medical Coder to join our team. In this role, you will transcribe patient records and process claims for reimbursements. You will be responsible for selecting the correct codes and functions to be assigned to each instance. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented with strong people skills and computer skills.

Responsibilities

Account for coding and abstracting of patient medical appointments Research and analyze data needs for reimbursement Ensure codes are properly sequenced Analyze, file, and process medical records Keep detailed documentation of any deficiencies or issues with medical records Provide education and training to other coding staff Review and verify documentation

Qualifications

High school diploma/GED or equivalent Previous experience as a Medical Coder or in a similar position Familiar with coding software and other computer programs Strong written and verbal communication skills Highly organized and able to problem-solve Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality guidelines

Requirements

Candidates must hold a high school diploma or GED and possess previous experience in medical coding. Professional certification such as CCS, RHIA, or CPC is required.

high school
professional certificate
Confidentiality
Documentation
Organization
Transcription
Problem-solving
Verbal communication
Written communication
Computer skills
Data analysis
Claims processing
Medical coding
Coding software

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $28 - $30/hr
Location: Palo Alto, California
Posted: Aug 25, 2026
Application: Employer website

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