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Outpatient Coding Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

$19 - $25.25/hr

Ability to utilize computer to maintain current status of coding process * Ability to code advanced level inpatient, outpatient and Emergency Department records Licensure and Certification: * CCS ...

Outpatient Coder - Per Diem

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site +1

$47.60 - $62.78/hr

You will be responsible for coding diagnoses and procedures for assigned cases. This will involve ... Three or more years of experience as an outpatient coder, acute care hospital experience preferred

HOSPITAL INPATIENT CODER SR

Long Beach, CA ยท On-site

$36.13 - $55.15/hr

CCS) Certified Coding Specialist (CPC) Certified Professional Coder (COC) Certified Outpatient Coding (CCS-P) Certified Coding Specialist - Physician (RHIT) Registered Health Information Technician ...

A minimum of 2 years of experience with outpatient/ambulatory care coding or inpatient acute care coding required, with familiarity with ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 coding and APC payment methodologies required.

Sr. Certified Coder

Roseville, CA

$23.50 - $32.25/hr

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Outpatient Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Radiation Oncology Certified Coder (ROCC) or Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder (CIRC) or ...

Sr. Certified Coder

Roseville, CA ยท On-site +1

$30.79 - $46.15/hr

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Outpatient Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Radiation Oncology Certified Coder (ROCC) or Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder (CIRC) or ...

Coding Audit Supervisor

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

A minimum of 2 years of experience with outpatient/ambulatory care coding or inpatient acute care coding required, with familiarity with ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 coding and APC payment methodologies required.

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How much do outpatient coding jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for outpatient coding in California is $24.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.90 and $24.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Outpatient Coding vs Inpatient Coding?

AspectOutpatient CodingInpatient Coding
CredentialsAHIMA or AAPC certification, CPC or CCSSame certifications, CPC or CCS
Work EnvironmentOutpatient clinics, physician offices, outpatient departmentsHospitals, inpatient facilities, acute care settings
Industry UsageAmbulatory care, outpatient servicesHospital inpatient stays, acute care
Common Search/ComparisonYesNo

Outpatient Coding and Inpatient Coding both require similar credentials and certifications, such as CPC or CCS. Outpatient Coding focuses on coding services provided in outpatient settings like clinics and physician offices, while Inpatient Coding deals with hospital stays and acute care admissions. Understanding these differences helps professionals choose the right career path and prepare for industry-specific coding tasks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Outpatient Coder, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Outpatient Coder, you need a strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and coding systems such as ICD-10-CM and CPT, typically backed by a certification like CPC or CCS. Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems, coding software, and compliance with regulatory guidelines is essential. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong organizational skills help coders accurately interpret medical documentation and ensure correct billing. These skills are critical to ensure proper reimbursement, minimize errors, and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations.

What are some common challenges outpatient coders face when ensuring accurate and timely coding?

Outpatient coders often encounter challenges such as interpreting complex medical documentation, keeping up with frequent changes to coding guidelines (such as CPT and ICD-10), and working within tight deadlines to meet billing and reimbursement cycles. They also need to collaborate closely with healthcare providers to clarify ambiguous documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Success in this role often depends on strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and a commitment to ongoing education.
What cities in California are hiring for Outpatient Coding jobs? Cities in California with the most Outpatient Coding job openings:
Revenue Cycle Supervisor

Revenue Cycle Supervisor

Orthopaedic Institute for Children

Los Angeles, CA โ€ข On-site

$113K - $149K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

Position Title: Revenue Cycle Supervisor (Exempt)
Department: Patient Accounts

Position Summary: The Revenue Cycle Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily operations across key revenue cycle functions, including billing, collections, charge capture, and denial management for an orthopedic outpatient environment. This role ensures optimal financial performance, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency while supporting Epic Professional Billing (PB) workflows.

The ideal candidate brings strong leadership experience, deep knowledge of Epic PB, and working expertise in orthopedic outpatient revenue cycle operations, including coding fundamentals and revenue integrity practices.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Operational Leadership:
  • Supervise and lead revenue cycle staff (billing, follow-up, and support functions).
  • Monitor daily productivity, quality, and KPIs (AR days, denial rates, cash collections).
  • Ensure timely and accurate claim submission, follow-up, and resolution.
  • Manage work queues (WQs), claim edits, and workflow optimization within Epic PB.
  • Revenue Integrity & Coding Oversight.
  • Partner with coding and clinical teams to ensure accurate charge capture and documentation.
  • Maintain working knowledge of orthopedic outpatient coding (CPT, modifiers, basic ICD-10).
  • Identify revenue leakage and implement corrective actions (missed charges, underpayments).
  • Support audits, compliance reviews, and payer trends analysis.
  • Denials & AR Management.
  • Oversee denial management processes, including root cause analysis and prevention strategies.
  • Track and trend denial patterns (authorization, coding, medical necessity, eligibility).
  • Drive AR resolution and escalation strategies for aged accounts.
  • Epic System Optimization.
  • Utilize Epic PB tools including work queues, claim edits, reporting, and dashboards.
  • Collaborate with analysts on system enhancements, reporting, and automation.
  • Assist in redesigning workflows to improve efficiency and reduce manual work.
  • Communication & Stakeholder Collaboration.
  • Serve as liaison between revenue cycle, clinical operations, coding, and leadership.
  • Communicate performance results, issues, and improvement plans effectively.
  • Lead team huddles, training sessions, and performance coaching.
Key Performance Indicators and Standards:
  • AR Days within target range.
  • Denial rate reduction and prevention.
  • Cash collections vs. goal.
  • Productivity and quality metrics for staff.
  • Charge lag and clean claim rate improvement.
Professional & Personal Development:
  • Participates in on-going system training as assigned by Revenue Cycle Director.
  • Keep current of industry changes.
Service:
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills.
  • Teamwork.
  • Ownership/Accountability.
  • Continuous Performance Improvement.

Qualifications:
  • Epic Professional Billing (PB) experience โ€“ REQUIRED.
  • Orthopedic outpatient (OP) revenue cycle experience โ€“ REQUIRED.
  • 3+ years of supervisory or management experience in revenue cycle.
  • Working knowledge of:
  • Outpatient coding (CPT, modifiers, ICD-10 basics).
  • Revenue integrity principles.
  • Denial management and AR follow-up.
  • Strong understanding of end-to-end revenue cycle workflows.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in high-volume outpatient orthopedic or specialty clinic environments.
  • Familiarity with DME, implants, and โ€œby reportโ€ billing scenarios.
  • Experience with managed care (Medicaid, Medicare, Commercial payer workflows).
  • Knowledge of Epic reporting tools (Work queues, Reporting Workbench, dashboards).
  • Bachelorโ€™s degree in healthcare administration, Business, or related field.

Physical Requirements:
  • Intermittent (25-35% of the time) walking, standing, bending, sitting and verbally communicating with patients and other OIC healthcare team members.
  • Requires normal range of vision.
  • Requires infrequent lifting up to 25 pounds.
  • Requires prolonged standing or sitting.

Work Environment:
  • Work is performed indoors in a heated, air conditioned, well lighted and clean office setting.