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Zing Health Holdings, Inc.

Director, Coding

Chicago, IL · Remote

You will work with contracted provider groups to provide training and guidance for coding. Experience working with Medicare Health plans is a must. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : * Ensure coding practices and ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for coding contractor in Chicago, IL is $34.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.77 and $41.11 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectCoding ContractorSoftware Developer
CredentialsTypically no formal certification required; strong coding skillsOften holds a degree in computer science or related field
Work EnvironmentFreelance, project-based, remote or on-siteFull-time employment, office or remote
Employer UsageHired by companies for specific projectsEmployed by companies as part of the development team
Search/Comparison IntentOften compared for freelance vs full-time rolesCompared for career progression and job stability

While both Coding Contractors and Software Developers possess strong coding skills, Coding Contractors typically work on a freelance, project basis without formal employment, whereas Software Developers are usually full-time employees within a company. The choice depends on your career goals and preferred work environment.

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Remote OBGYN Professional Coding Auditor

Chicago, IL • Remote

The Coding Network LLC
Health Care and Social Assistance • 501 - 1,000 employees
Learn more about The Coding Network LLCexternal

$50 - $70/hr

Contractor

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Company: The Coding Network, L.L.C.

The Coding Network, LLC (TCN) is the country’s premier broker of remote coding and auditing services, structured as a virtual company connecting healthcare professionals and health systems across the US with over 800 single specialty coders and auditors. E&M services represent our largest and fastest growing specialty with over 250 coders and auditors.

Position & Responsibilities:

In order to support the growing need for E&M services, there are abundant opportunities in external E&M audit team. TCN's clients offer a wide range of cases in numerous settings that engage us to assess the accuracy of their coding done by internal coders, their doctors or a vendor. TCN Auditors receive encounter notes and client provided coding for OBGYN E&M Visits and in office procedures. Our auditor will independently code the report from the encounter notes and then analyze any differences with the client supplied coding. We will provide a written report of the errors and differences using source based material and citations if when appropriate. The follow up often times involves a discussion with the client where they have an opportunity to ask case specific questions.

Flexible Hours:

We understand that everyone’s schedule is different and, as such, auditors enjoy the flexibility to work as few as 15 hours a week to however many hours work for them. It is one thing to have the freedom to work from home, but TCN auditors possess the freedom to utilize the full 24 hour clock and choose when to work beyond the traditional 9-5. Whether you’re looking for extra income in addition to your day job or to make a more robust commitment, we are able to accommodate you.

All OBGYN Auditors must: 

  • Have a minimum of five (5) years of OBGYN E&M specific coding experience
  • Have an active CPMA coding certification or get one within the first year contracting at TCN
  • Live and work in the United States of America
  • Take and pass TCN’s OBGYN E&M Auditing exam in addition to a specialty coding exam

Company Description

TCN has been providing specialty specific medical coding for over 30 years. TCN's 850+ US based coders cover over 55 medical specialties and subspecialties for clients in all 50 states. For more information visit www.codingnetwork.com