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Athena Medical Coder Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Medical Biller/Coder

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$18 - $23.25/hr

Experience using EHR or billing systems (e.g., Athena, Kareo, eClinicalWorks). * Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. * Certification in medical billing or coding (preferred but not ...

Certified Coder

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$20.25 - $26.75/hr

... Athena EHR system, excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently. Responsibilities * Review and accurately code OB/GYN medical records, procedures, surgeries, and office visits ...

Certified Coder

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$20.25 - $26.75/hr

... Athena EHR system, excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently. Responsibilities * Review and accurately code OB/GYN medical records, procedures, surgeries, and office visits ...

... medical coding, claims processing, and reimbursement workflows. • Experience handling medical collections and following up on denied, rejected, or unpaid claims. • Familiarity with Athena ...

Certified Coder

Springfield, IL · On-site

$23.26 - $33.72/hr

Preferred knowledge using Athena, Ingenious Med and RCX. * Utilize Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, Coding Clinics and CPT for coding accuracy. * Provide excellent customer service ...

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How much do athena medical coder jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for athena medical coder in the United States is $22.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as an Athena Medical Coder, you need a strong understanding of medical terminology, ICD-10/CPT/HCPCS coding systems, and healthcare compliance, often supported by certification such as CPC or CCS. Proficiency in Athenahealth’s EHR software, claims management systems, and coding tools is typically required. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are vital soft skills for ensuring accuracy and collaborating with healthcare teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial for maximizing reimbursement, maintaining compliance, and supporting efficient healthcare operations.

What are some common challenges Athena Medical Coders face when working with electronic health record (EHR) systems?

Athena Medical Coders frequently work with Athenahealth's EHR platform, which can present challenges such as navigating frequent software updates, adapting to changes in documentation workflows, and ensuring that coding stays compliant with evolving payer and regulatory requirements. Coders often need to communicate closely with providers and billing teams to clarify documentation and resolve coding discrepancies. Staying current with both Athenahealth system features and industry coding standards is essential to maintain accuracy and efficiency in this fast-paced environment.

What is an Athena Medical Coder?

An Athena Medical Coder is a professional who specializes in reviewing clinical documents and translating them into standardized medical codes using Athenahealth's electronic health record (EHR) and practice management systems. These codes are essential for proper billing, insurance claims, and healthcare data analysis. Athena Medical Coders ensure accuracy and compliance with coding guidelines, helping healthcare providers receive appropriate reimbursement for their services while maintaining regulatory standards.

What is the difference between Athena Medical Coder vs Medical Billing Specialist?

AspectAthena Medical CoderMedical Billing Specialist
CertificationsCertified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)Billing and Coding certifications may be preferred but less mandatory
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, hospitals, clinics, insurance companiesMedical offices, billing companies, healthcare providers
Primary ResponsibilitiesAssigning codes to diagnoses and procedures for billing and record-keepingProcessing insurance claims, patient billing, payment follow-up
Industry UsageUsed across healthcare providers for accurate codingUsed for revenue cycle management and claims processing

While both roles are essential in healthcare revenue cycle management, Athena Medical Coders focus on accurate medical coding, whereas Medical Billing Specialists handle claims processing and billing. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job focus within healthcare administration.

Infographic showing various Athena Medical Coder job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 90% Full Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,638 per year, or $22.4 per hour.

MEDICAL CODING AND BILLING SPECIALIST

Specialty Doctor's Office

Cypress, TX • On-site

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Westside Podiatry is searching for a confident professional that is adept at medical insurance billing, coding, and receivables recovery, with a strong background in Athena. The candidate must have proven productivity track record, great attitude, thrive in a fast paced production environment, be quality oriented, and possess the ability to adapt to a variety of technologies.
You will work closely with patients, providers, insurance companies, and medical/surgical representatives to ensure the proper revenue for the practice.
Skills Required:
You must have at least 3 years of in-depth medical business office experience. This should include experience with coding, posting, electronic remittance filing, A/R, plus strong positive working relationships with patients and insurance companies. We will only consider candidates with medical billing experience.
Critical and analytical thinking is key. Must be able to work independently and in a team environment, take initiative, and have knowledge of all aspects of the medical billing revenue cycle.
Responsibilities:
• Insurance verification
• Reviewing explanation of benefits and correspondence
• Composing appeals and reviewing medical records
• Payment posting and writing off uncollectible accounts, after review with practice manager and doctor(s)
• Running and working A/R reports, reviewing reports with practice manager and doctor(s)
• Identifying problematic insurance company issues, ie: codes, payers, etc and notifying practice manager
• Work closely (hand and hand) with Athena
• Work managerial holds and other Athena buckets
• Scrub and edit claims prior to submitting
• Review authorizations
• Knowledge of pre-authorizations/pre-certifications
• Knowledgeable of Medicare/Medicare products, Medicaid/Medicaid products, managed care products, Market Place,
Military, and commercial insurance company products
• Tracking and managing all online insurance company log in information
Requirements:
• Must be able to pass a criminal background
• Knowledge of HIPAA compliance, CMS1500 claim forms, ICD-10, CPT codes, and modifiers
• Working knowledge of computers such as Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to type at least 45 wpm
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner during interaction with colleagues, military clients, patients, as well as the private health insurance representatives
• Must have reliable and verifiable work references
* Possess strong analytical thinking and have great organizational skills
Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred)
• Work Location: One location
*** A PLUS: Podiatry experience, working with Athena, credentialing, hospital surgical scheduling, and hospital surgical pre-certification.
• Please list a start date and salary requirements
• Please do not apply if you are not committed to commuting to Westside Podiatry (as your employer), daily and on time.
• Please do not apply if you are not committed to Westside Podiatry, as your long-term employer, as we are seeking to hire the best fit candidate to our TEAM

Company Description

We excel in healing Foot and Ankle conditions.