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Senior R1 Rcm Medical Coding Jobs in Palm Desert, CA

Granite Construction, Inc.

Sr. Project Engineer

Indio, CA · On-site

$96K - $144K/yr

Advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, etc. plus an in-depth ... Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our ...

Granite

Sr. Project Engineer

Indio, CA

$96K - $144K/yr

Advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, etc. plus an in-depth ... Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our ...

AGUA CALIENTE

Senior Planner (36137)

Palm Springs, CA · On-site

Agua Caliente offers a comprehensive benefit and compensation package that includes rich medical ... code enforcement. * Coordinate assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies.

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How much do senior r1 rcm medical coding jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior r1 rcm medical coding in Palm Desert, CA is $27.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.21 and $30.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior R1 Rcm Medical Coding vs Medical Coding Specialist?

AspectSenior R1 Rcm Medical CodingMedical Coding Specialist
CertificationsAHIMA/ACMEC certifications, CPC, CCSSimilar certifications, often CPC or CCS
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, RCM companies, remote optionsHospitals, clinics, remote or onsite
Job ResponsibilitiesComplex coding, audits, mentoringStandard coding, claim submission
Experience LevelAdvanced, with years of experienceEntry to mid-level

Senior R1 Rcm Medical Coders typically handle complex cases, audits, and mentoring, requiring more experience and advanced certifications. Medical Coding Specialists focus on standard coding tasks and claim submissions, often at entry or mid-level. Both roles share similar certifications and work environments but differ in complexity and responsibility.

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Infographic showing various Senior R1 Rcm Medical Coding job openings in Palm Desert, CA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,312 per year, or $27.1 per hour.

Certified Coder III (CPC or CCS)

Lifekind Health

Palm Desert, CA • On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

Lifekind Health is looking for a full-time Certified Coder III (CPC or CCS) to join our team. The Medical Coder III is a senior-level role responsible for highly complex coding assignments. This role serves as a subject matter expert and contributes to coding education and process improvement within the Coding Team.

Our mission is to bring care that’s whole, human, and healing. Blending medical, behavioral, and lifestyle support into a single plan because restoring life takes more than a prescription.

At Lifekind Health we strive every day to live up to that definition by providing the best care possible for our complex patient population. Our team of medical doctors, psychologists, chiropractors, acupuncturists, and dietitians work together within a revolutionary transdisciplinary model that addresses the quadruple aim of healthcare: enhancing patient experience, improving patient health, reducing healthcare costs, and increasing employee satisfaction. Learn more about us at www.Lifekindhealth.com.


Location: Remote for someone located Texas or Oklahoma


About the position:

  • Perform advanced coding
  • Apply ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, HCPCS, and modifiers with expert-level accuracy
  • Analyze trends in claim edits, claim rejections & denials and recommend process improvements
  • Develop and deliver training for coding staff as directed by Manager
  • Serve as a resource for complex coding questions and documentation improvement
  • Collaborate with Management & Revenue Integrity team to optimize documentation quality


Our Ideal Candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in health information management or 7 years of medical coding experience
  • CCS, CPC, or equivalent required
  • Expert-level knowledge of coding guidelines and regulatory requirements
  • Ability to interpret complex clinical documentation
  • Strong analytical and mentoring skills
  • Ability to contribute with training and process improvement initiatives


At Lifekind, we believe our employees deserve the best. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join us:

  • Comprehensive Benefits: medical, dental, vision insurance options for you and your family
  • Medical – Choice between three Cigna PPO plans (company pays 90% for employees and 50% for dependents!)
  • Dental offered through Principal Life Insurance Company
  • Vision offered through Principal and VSP Vision Care
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (DCSA)
  • Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability with medical enrollment
  • Employee Life, Spouse Life and Dependent Life
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Generous PTO


Lifekind Health and Savas Software are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace.  People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply.  We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.