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Overview This auditing role will focus on Coding & Clinical Chart Validation for our Inpatient audits (DRG Validation). The ideal candidate for this position needs to have both a clinical (nurse) and ...

Overview This auditing role will focus on Coding & Clinical Chart Validation for our Inpatient audits (DRG Validation). The ideal candidate for this position needs to have both a clinical (nurse) and ...

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How much do clinical coding jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical coding in the United States is $62.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.72 and $70.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is clinical coding?

A Clinical Coding job involves translating medical diagnoses, procedures, and treatments into standardized codes using classification systems like ICD-10 and OPCS-4. Clinical Coders play a crucial role in ensuring accurate patient records, supporting hospital funding, and enabling healthcare data analysis. They work closely with healthcare professionals to ensure codes reflect the patient's care accurately. This helps with insurance claims, research, and healthcare planning. Strong attention to detail and knowledge of medical terminology are essential skills in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in clinical coding?

To thrive in Clinical Coding, you need a solid understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and healthcare documentation, usually supported by a relevant qualification such as a certificate or diploma in clinical coding or health information management. Familiarity with coding systems like ICD-10, CPT, and electronic health record (EHR) software is essential, and recognized certifications (e.g., CCS or CCA) are highly valued. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help clinical coders ensure accuracy and collaborate with healthcare professionals. These capabilities are vital to produce precise coding that supports hospital billing, regulatory compliance, and quality patient care data.

Is it hard to get hired as a clinical coder?

Getting hired as a clinical coder can be competitive, but having relevant certifications such as CPC or CCS and proficiency with coding software improves job prospects. Entry-level positions are available, but experience and accuracy are important for advancement in the field.

How much money does a clinical coder make?

The average salary for a clinical coder typically ranges from $40,000 to $65,000 per year, depending on experience, certification, and location. Entry-level coders may earn less, while experienced professionals with certifications like CPC or CCS can earn higher salaries, often working in healthcare settings with standard full-time hours.

What does a clinical coder do?

Clinical Coding professionals are primarily responsible for reviewing healthcare documentation, interpreting medical records, and accurately assigning standardized codes to diagnoses and procedures. They frequently collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to clarify documentation when needed, ensuring coding is both accurate and comprehensive. Their role also involves maintaining up-to-date knowledge of coding guidelines, auditing records for compliance, and sometimes assisting with insurance claims processing. This mix of independent work and team collaboration ensures the integrity of patient data and supports important hospital functions like billing and reporting.

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Infographic showing various Clinical Coding job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,034 per year, or $62.5 per hour.

Manager - Inpatient Clinical Coding

Maine Medical Center

Scarborough, ME • On-site

$83K - $112K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago


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Job description

Description
MaineHealth Corporate
Management/Leadership
Req #: 79190
Summary:
This position manages HIMs Clinical Data Section, which is accountable for: coding and abstracting the medical records of inpatients; preparing statistical analysis of medical records data; compiling, analyzing and summarizing data from medical records into various formats. The output of this Section is used for: meeting hospital licensure requirements; financial and billing purposes, which includes the identification and determination of appropriate reimbursement under inpatient prospective payment systems; maintenance of acceptable accounts/receivables and DNB levels; compliance with internal and external regulatory agencies, such as Quality Improvement Organizations, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and Joint Commission. The position also coordinates hospital DRG activities through chart reviews, DRG validation activities, and provides information and reports to fulfill requests made by members of the medical staff, administration and planning.
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Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
  1. Education: See experience.
  2. License/Certifications: Have current coding certifications for ICD
  3. Skilled in ICD coding and case mix index management. Experienced with EPIC, HP CDM, claim edit processes, 3M encoder and CDI programs. Prior CAC and Lawson a plus.
  4. Experience: A minimum of four years' prior successful supervisory experience. Advanced education which should include communication and mathematical/statistical skills and/or extensive knowledge in organization, research and analysis normally acquired through the completion of Health Record Administration/Science Bachelor's program with certification as an RHIA and coding credentials (CCS, CPC). Credentials are a job requirement and RHIT may be substituted for RHIA credentials provided held in conjunction with CCS and/or CPC certification.
  5. Full working knowledge of: medical information and revenue cycle systems; Grouper and Severity of Illness Systems; medical record systems, medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, microbiology, and pharmacology; State, Federal and Joint Commission requirements pertaining to medical records; MS DRG prospective payment system.
  6. Has a good understanding of Clinical Documentation Improvement Programs to effectively collaborate with the Coders and CDI Nurse team, assisting with facilitating the CDI Task Force Meetings as well as CDI Leadership Meetings. Works well with Physician CDI leadership to appropriately identify documentation improvement standards.
  7. Demonstrated abilities to: correctly interpret and apply Federal regulations and PRO requirements in the assignment of DRG's and in the interpretation of various billing guidelines (i.e., medical necessity, resident supervision policies, correct coding initiative, etc. Ability to direct concurrent and retrospective coding reviews and provide physician education for ICD 10 CM and PCS.
  8. Effective skills in leadership, communications, coaching, planning, motivation, and establishing effective working relationships with at all levels of staffing in the organization.

Additional Information
MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources-so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.
We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.
The pay range for this position is $83,324.80 to $112,736.00 per year.
Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).
In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.
If you have questions about this role, please contact [email protected]
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