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We are seeking an experienced Emergency Department Facility Medical Coder to join our team. In this role, you will review emergency department medical records and accurately assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, CPT/HCPCS procedure codes, modifiers, and facility Evaluation & Management (E/M) levels. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of emergency department facility coding guidelines, regulatory compliance, reimbursement methodologies, and coding quality standards.

This position requires attention to detail, critical thinking, and the ability to interpret physician, nursing, and ancillary documentation to ensure accurate code assignment, charge capture, and compliance with coding regulations.

• Review emergency department medical records and assign accurate ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, CPT/HCPCS procedure codes, and applicable modifiers.
• Assign facility Evaluation & Management (E/M) levels in accordance with client-specific emergency department leveling guidelines and facility charging methodologies, including use of the ACEP tool.
• Analyze documentation from physicians, nursing staff, ancillary departments, and diagnostic services to support complete and accurate coding.
• Ensure appropriate assignment of procedural services, injections, infusions, and related charges when applicable.
• Apply official coding guidelines, CMS regulations, National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits, and payer-specific requirements.
• Identify documentation deficiencies and communicate coding clarification needs through appropriate channels.
• Maintain compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, commercial payer, and organizational coding policies.
• Participate in coding audits, quality reviews, educational programs, and continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Stay current on coding updates, reimbursement changes, and regulatory requirements impacting emergency department facility coding.
• Collaborate with coding leadership, auditors, and client stakeholders to resolve coding-related questions and discrepancies.

• Experience coding Emergency Department facility records.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding.
• Understanding of facility E/M leveling methodologies and emergency department charging guidelines.
• Knowledge of CMS regulations, payer requirements, and NCCI edits.
• Experience reviewing complex medical documentation and ensuring accurate charge capture.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while meeting productivity and quality standards.

• Experience using Epic or other electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Familiarity with the ACEP Emergency Department Facility Coding Tool.
• Professional coding certification such as:
  • CPC (Certified Professional Coder)
  • CCS (Certified Coding Specialist)
  • RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician)
  • RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator)

• Emergency Department Coding
• ICD-10-CM
• CPT Coding
• HCPCS Coding
• Facility E/M Coding
• Epic EHR
• Regulatory Compliance
• Medical Documentation Review
• Charge Capture
• Audit and Quality Review

Intermediate

• Opportunity to work with a collaborative healthcare revenue cycle team.
• Meaningful impact on coding accuracy, reimbursement integrity, and regulatory compliance.
• Ongoing professional development and coding education opportunities.
• Stable and growing healthcare environment.

Apply today to bring your emergency department coding expertise to a team dedicated to accuracy, compliance, and excellence in patient care support.

This is a Contract position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.