Certified Coder I

Neighborhood Healthcare·Escondido, California

$27 - $38/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 9 days ago

Practice for this role

Certified Coder I · $27 - $38/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-27% vs. median posted rate for administration roles in Escondido, California ($37.50/hr)

10 similar openings in the Escondido area · median $40.00/hr

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this role: $27.21/hrmedian $37.50/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted administration roles in Escondido, California rates. This role sits in the 23rd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 27% below the Escondido, California median for administration roles.

The Certified Medical Coder I is responsible for accurately assigning diagnostic and procedural codes to medical services based on clinical documentation. They also work to minimize claim denials and ensure compliance with federal regulations and payer policies.

Community health is about more than just vaccines and checkups.

It’s about giving people the resources they need to live their best lives.

At Neighborhood, this is our vision: a community where everyone is healthy and happy.

We’re with you every step of the way, with the care you need for each of life’s chapters.

At Neighborhood, we are Better Together.

As a private, non-profit 501(C) (3) community health organization, we serve over 500,000 medical, dental, and behavioral health visits from more than 100,000 people annually. We do this in pursuit of our mission to improve the health and happiness of the communities we serve by providing quality care to all, regardless of situation or circumstance.

Since 1969, our employees have been making this mission a reality. Regardless of the role, our team focuses on being compassionate, having integrity, being professional, always collaborating, and consistently going above and beyond. If this sounds like an organization you would like to be a part of, we would love to meet you.

Role overview and purpose

The Certified Medical Coder I is responsible for reviewing and accurately assigning diagnostic and procedural codes for medical services based on medical documentation, in compliance with official coding guidelines, payer requirements, and regulatory standards. This is an entry-level coding position suitable for professionals with certification and limited experience.

Responsibilities

Review and abstract clinical documentation for accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II coding.
Ensure coding is compliant with federal regulations (e.g., CMS), payer policies, and audit standards.
Maintain quality and productivity standards as defined by department policies.
Enter and verify codes within the EHR or coding software.
Assist in minimizing claim denials and rejections due to coding issues.
Work with providers and staff to clarify diagnoses and procedures as needed.
Participate in coding audits and implement feedback.
Maintain confidentiality of health records by HIPAA and organizational policies.
Keep current with coding changes and continuing education requirements needed to maintain coding certification.

Education/Experience

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and a recognized coding certification such as CPC, CCA, or CCS. The role requires 0-2 years of experience and proficiency in medical terminology and coding systems.

high school
associate degree
professional certificate
CPT
Communication skills
Attention to detail
ICD-10-CM
Analytical skills
HIPAA compliance
Data entry
HCPCS Level II
Medical terminology
Clinical documentation
Medical coding
EHR systems
Denial management
Anatomy & physiology

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $27 - $38/hr
Location: Escondido, California
Posted: Sep 1, 2026
Application: Employer website

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