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CEI

Inpatient Medical Coder/Auditor

Columbia, SC · On-site

$250/hr

Serves as a resource in resolving coding issues and coordinates HIPAA and legal records requests ... contracting rates. * Manages records retrieval, release, HIPAA compliance, and all aspects of ...

Prisma Health

Anesthesiologist - Contractor

Columbia, SC · On-site

... codes. * Provides after hours call coverage equally with other physicians of the Practice unless there is an agreement otherwise. * Complies with standards of accepted medical practice, the rules and ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for coding contractor in Columbia, SC is $30.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.12 and $36.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Coding Contractor vs Software Developer?

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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Coding Coordinator

Columbia, SC • On-site

Highmark Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees
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$37.14/hr

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Posted 4 days ago

Highmark Health rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Under minimal supervision assists Coding Management in coordinating coding and charging activities within the scope of the coding Department including: day-to-day communication with vendors, managing Epic work queues, investigating and completing coding updates and corrections, coordinating appeals, denials, and rebills, creating and maintaining complex Excel worksheets. Serves as the HIM Epic Super-user for coding, and works closely with Epic analysts to support coding and charging workflows, integrated 3M encoder, testing and upgrades.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Reviews dashboards and reports, to identify and report needs to coding leadership. (30%)

  • Continually assesses and monitors work queues to identify fluctuating needs. Escalates items based on what was identified. (30%)

  • Processes, records, and trends data. (10%)

  • Monitors, triages, enters and tracks IT tickets. (15%)

  • Coordinates with other departments to resolve missing documentation and ensure timely billing of visits. (5%)

  • Performs other duties as assigned or required. (10%)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

  • 3 years advanced knowledge of billing and coding workflow, procedures, and departmental processes

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement : This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Pay Range Minimum:

$23.73

Pay Range Maximum:

$37.14

Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org

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A national blended health organization, Highmark Health and our leading businesses support millions of customers with products, services and solutions closely aligned to our mission of creating remarkable health experiences, freeing people to be their best. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, we're regionally focused in Pennsylvania, Delaware, West Virginia, and eastern and northwestern New York with customers in 50 states and the District of Columbia. We passionately serve individual consumers and fellow businesses alike. And our companies cover a diversified spectrum of essential health-related needs including health insurance, health care delivery, population health management, dental solutions, reinsurance solutions, and innovative, technology solutions. Our financial position reflects strength and stability, with our year-end 2022 consolidated revenues totaling $26 billion. And we're proud to carry forth an important legacy of compassionate care and philanthropy that began more than 170 years ago. This tradition of giving back, reinvesting and ensuring that our communities remain strong and healthy is deeply embedded in our culture, informing our decisions every day.

Industry

Health care and social assistance and insurance services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Pittsburgh, PA, US

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