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UTHealth Houston

Professional Coder I-Rev Cycle

Houston, TX · On-site

$18 - $23.75/hr

The Certified Coder will be responsible for coding Emergency Medicine and resolving edits. Cardio ... anesthesia, hospital or office-based visits. * Abstracts information needed for billing of ...

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How much do anesthesia coder jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for anesthesia coder in Houston, TX is $21.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.21 and $22.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an anesthesia coder?

An Anesthesia Coder is responsible for reviewing medical documentation and assigning the correct medical codes for anesthesia procedures. They ensure that billing and insurance claims comply with industry regulations and coding guidelines, such as CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes. Accuracy is crucial to prevent billing errors and ensure proper reimbursement. Anesthesia Coders typically work in hospitals, surgical centers, or medical billing companies. Strong knowledge of medical terminology and coding principles is essential for this role.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an anesthesia coder?

To thrive as an Anesthesia Coder, a solid understanding of medical coding, specifically with anesthesia CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes, along with a certification such as CPC or CCA, is essential. Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems and medical billing software is typically required. Detail orientation, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills set top candidates apart in this role. These abilities are crucial to ensure accurate coding, support reimbursement processes, and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations.

What are some typical challenges an anesthesia coder may face in their daily work?

Anesthesia Coders often navigate complex medical records and must interpret detailed operative reports to accurately assign proper codes, making attention to detail and in-depth coding knowledge essential. It can be challenging to stay updated with frequently changing coding guidelines and payer requirements. Additionally, collaboration with anesthesiologists and billing teams is common, especially to clarify documentation or resolve discrepancies. Successfully overcoming these challenges helps ensure accurate billing, maximum reimbursement, and compliance with regulatory standards.

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Infographic showing various Anesthesia Coder job openings in Houston, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,538 per year, or $21.4 per hour.

Production Coding Specialist I - RCM

US Anesthesia Partners

Houston, TX • On-site

$18.17 - $29.04/hr

Other

Posted 6 days ago

U.S. Anesthesia Partners rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Overview
This is a day shift position working remotely. Coders abstract data from the anesthesia record into the MD Cloud Practice Solutions platform, and may also work with other charge capture platforms, including Medaxion, PC7, as well as multiple facility EMR's based on assigned location.
Medical records are abstracted for CPT codes and cross walked into the appropriate ASA code; therefore, this position requires a minimum of 2 years' experience with complex surgical CPT and ICD10, with one year of anesthesia coding strongly preferred. In addition to excellent CPT coding, a high level of competence in ICD10 coding and coding guidelines is required.
Experience coding for physicians, CRNA, CAA, NP, SRNA, and residents required. NCCI bundling, familiarity with LCD/NCD, and experience with CMS guidelines for coding required. The ability to review and determine start and end times, care team, and medical direction is required for this position. The ability to follow pre-established departmental playbooks and pathways is required.
At this time, US Anesthesia Partners does not hire candidates residing in California, Hawaii, or Alaska.
The base pay estimate for this role is $18.17 - $29.04 hourly. The final offer will depend on the skills, experience, and qualifications of the selected candidate. This range is for base pay only and does not include bonuses or other compensation. This position is eligible for a quarterly bonus. Bonuses are not guaranteed and are awarded based on company and individual performance.
Job Highlights
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation)
  • Reviews anesthesia documentation, and other forms of documentation for appropriate required elements, such as attestations, signatures, dates, etc.
  • The ability to abstract and code surgical procedures from all sections of CPT and cross walk surgical codes to ASA.
  • Comprehensive understanding of applicable modifiers.
  • Proficient in ICD10 coding guidelines.
  • Abstracts anesthesia times and events.
  • Identifies and assigns care team providers.
  • Reviews for medical direction.
  • Meets team KPIs including daily production and quarterly coding audit score requirements.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Adheres to all company policies and procedures - especially HIPAA and confidentiality.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES (KSAs):
  • Highschool graduate or equivalent.
  • Current CPC required, CANPC a plus.
  • 2+ years of experience in surgical coding minimum, anesthesia a plus.
  • Experience with multiple EMR's and documentation types and templates, including handwritten paper documentation, and electronic medical records.
  • Basic charge capture platform experience.
  • Intermediate knowledge and working experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe PDF.
  • Intermediate Outlook skills.
  • Ten key proficiencies.
  • Communicate well with all levels of USAP employees.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills required to complete daily assignments in a timely manner.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English.
  • Excellent computer skills.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to self-motivate new projects.
*The physical demands described here are representative of those that may need to be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Occasional Standing
  • Occasional Walking
  • Frequent Sitting
  • Frequent hand, finger movement
  • Use office equipment (in office or remote)
  • Communicate verbally and in writing

US Anesthesia Partners, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

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