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Carilion Clinic

Invasive Coding Analyst - Ortho

Roanoke, VA · On-site

$23.23 - $32.52/hr

Investigates denial and coding issues as it relates to services provided and associated charges ... The Invasive Coding Analyst * May act as coding and billing expert and resource. * Assists with ...

Riverside

Compliance Analyst RMG

Newport, VA · Remote

$57K - $78K/yr

This position serves as subject matter expert to coordinate review and root cause analysis of coding follow-up/denial and audit work queues, coding denial volumes, and coding trends. Responsible for ...

Infinx Healthcare

Coding Specialist | Contract

$25 - $30/hr

Experience with denial analysis and coding correction workflows preferred Company Benefits and Perks: Joining Infinx comes with an array of benefits, including flexible work hours and a genuine sense ...

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How much do coding denial analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for coding denial analyst in the United States is $74,214.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,000.00 and $84,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Coding Denial Analyst vs Medical Coder?

AspectCoding Denial AnalystMedical Coder
Primary RoleInvestigates and resolves insurance claim denials related to coding issuesAssigns medical codes to patient diagnoses and procedures for billing
CertificationsOften requires coding certifications (e.g., CPC, CCS)Typically requires coding certifications (e.g., CPC, CCS)
Work EnvironmentInsurance companies, healthcare providers, or billing departmentsHospitals, clinics, physician offices, billing companies
FocusDenial resolution, claim auditing, complianceMedical coding accuracy, documentation review

The main difference between a Coding Denial Analyst and a Medical Coder is that the analyst focuses on resolving claim denials related to coding errors, while the coder assigns the initial medical codes. Both roles require similar certifications and work in healthcare settings, but their primary responsibilities differ in claim resolution versus coding accuracy.

What does a coding denial analyst do?

A coding denial analyst reviews insurance claim denials related to medical coding errors, identifying reasons for rejection and determining necessary corrections. They analyze medical records, ensure compliance with coding guidelines, and communicate with healthcare providers to resolve issues, often using coding software and staying updated on coding standards. Their work helps improve claim approval rates and revenue cycle management.

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Infographic showing various Coding Denial Analyst job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,214 per year, or $35.7 per hour.

Denial Recovery Coding Analyst | Enterprise Denials - Durbin Park

Saint Johns, FL • On-site

UF Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Overview
Work remotely while using your denial management expertise to make a direct impact on healthcare operations.
Work Style: Remote
Location Requirement: Must reside in an approved state (FL, GA, PA, NC, SC, TN, or TX)
FTE: Full-Time (1.0 FTE)
Responsible for maintaining low denial rates and optimizing reimbursement across the enterprise by ensuring high coding standards and effective denial management practices. Leads and supports initiatives to improve coding accuracy, reimbursement outcomes, and appeal turnaround times.
Performs in-depth analysis of denial trends, including Epic system edits, coding validation, Charge Description Master (CDM) processes, authorization trends, and payer denials. Identifies opportunities for performance improvement and implements strategies to enhance revenue cycle outcomes.
Educates departments on appropriate charging, billing, and coding practices to ensure regulatory compliance. Collaborates with Managed Care, Compliance, and operational teams to resolve complex issues with departments and payers, driving sustainable improvements in reimbursement and denial prevention.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
  • Manages clinical denials from assigned denial workqueues, including claim resubmissions, authorization verification, payer claim reprocessing, reconsiderations, and appeals.
  • Partners with managed care teams and payers to reduce denials and maximize reimbursement.
  • Identifies opportunities to improve coding and clinical documentation based on denial trends and coding guidelines.
  • Meets established productivity and quality standards while managing assigned denial workqueues.
  • Reviews and corrects accounts using coding software, NCCI, ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, and CMS coding guidelines.
  • Collaborates with department leadership to investigate, track, trend, and resolve coding, charging, billing, and compliance issues.
  • Manages multiple payer workqueues, including Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, commercial, and government payers.
  • Researches denials related to authorization, medical necessity, coding, billing, non-covered services, and documentation, initiating timely appeals to prevent filing deadline issues.
  • Prepares detailed reconsiderations and appeal submissions based on medical record review and organizational policies.
  • Identifies payer-specific denial trends, performs root cause analysis, and escalates findings to management for corrective action.
  • Reviews payer communications to identify reimbursement risks related to medical policies and prior authorization requirements.
  • Reviews and corrects coding, modifiers, diagnosis sequencing, and charges in accordance with coding, charging, documentation, and billing guidelines.
  • Partners with operational departments to educate staff, improve documentation and authorization practices, reduce denials, and strengthen overall revenue cycle performance.

Qualifications
Education
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One of the following coding certifications required: CPC, COC, RHIT, RHIA, or CCS.
Minimum Qualifications
  • 1-2 years of medical coding experience.
  • 1-2 years of denial management and/or health insurance experience.

Preferred
• One (2) to three (3) years of coding experience required.
• One (1) to three (3) years of denial management and/or insurance-related experience required.

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