Medical Coder at Pacific Temporary Services

DirectHireWe are seeking a certified Medical Coder to support our Sacramento based clients mission of delivering high-quality inclusive care to diverse patient populations. This role ensures accurate coding and billing for Medi-Cal Medicare Quest Lab and other clinical services supporting timely billing regulatory compliance and optimized reimbursement. The ideal candidate will hold a current CPC certificate combined with at least 1 year experience of certified coding in EPIC for Medi-Cal Medicare and Laboratory coding.Pay: $27.00-$35.00/hour DOELocation: SacramentoHybrid work schedule after trainingDirect HirePRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Perform accurate coding and documentation review using ICD-10 CPT HCPCS and E/M guidelines to ensure compliant and optimized charge processing.Research and resolve coding discrepancies including ambiguous or missing documentation by consulting providers and referencing regulatory standards.Apply modifiers and specialty codes (e.g. 340B) as needed for billing accuracy and reimbursement integrity.Ensure compliance with federal state and payer regulations maintaining up-to-date knowledge of CMS HIPAA and industry coding standards.Support audit readiness and claims resolution by participating in internal reviews addressing denials and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.Utilize EHR and coding software tools (e.g. Epic EncoderPro) while maintaining high standards of productivity accuracy and professional communication.Collaborate with billing and clinical teams to support education on coding protocols and regulatory compliance.SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or equivalent required.Possess an active CPC certification through AAPC or AHIMA demonstrating ongoing compliance with industry standards.1-3 years certified coding experience for Medi-Cal and Medicare billing.In-depth knowledge of medical coding practices including ICD-10 CPT E/M coding and payer-specific billing guidelines.FQHC coding experience a plus.Ability to leverage experience in clinical documentation review to ensure coding accuracy and identify deficiencies within Electronic Health Record systems.EPIC or Ochin Epic system experience a plus. Key Skills Collection And Recovery,Banking,ABAP,Insulation,Investment Management,Client Services Employment Type : Hourly Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 27 - 35