New 
Him Coder III
 Cottage Health | |
 United States, California, Goleta | |
 Feb 19, 2026 | |
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Codes and abstracts inpatient and outpatient conditions, diseases, reason for encounters, social determinants of health and PCS/CPT procedures to report accurate administrative and clinical data, utilizing approved coding guidelines as set forth in Official Coding Guidelines, ICD Book, Coding Clinic for ICD-CM/PCS, AHA Coding Clinic for HCPCS and CPT Book. Assigns appropriate DRG/APC prospective payment systems and classifications, to reflect the appropriate severity and illness for inpatient and specialty cardiac, neurology, and vascular outpatient encounters. Collaborates closely with clinicians and CDI staff, not excluding inpatient rehab coordinators to obtain appropriate documentation, as needed. Assists with internal coding audit and training activities
About Us Cottage Health is a leading acute care hospital system, located on the central coast of California, widely known for our superior patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health system operates primarily in Santa Barbara, Ca, since 1888, and consists of three acute care hospitals, a Rehabilitation Hospital, multiple clinics and a multi-site Urgent Care system. Our mission is to serve the central coast communities with excellence, integrity, and compassion. Every day we touch thousands of lives in many different ways, resolute in our mission to put patients first. We take pride in helping our patients get back to living their lives - in the places they love. Cottage Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cottage Health applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, gender, transgender, gender expression and identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status or any other classification protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the relationship between Cottage Health and an applicant or employee. Cottage Health is committed to upholding discrimination-free hiring practices. We strive to cultivate an environment where exceptional people bring diverse perspectives and find belonging, support and connection to their work. Any Cottage Health applicants who require assistance or reasonable accommodations during the application process may request the need for accommodation with the Recruiter.
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