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NYU Langone Health

Medical Physicist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

A Medical Physicist is responsible for using and applying accepted principles and protocols of ... US Nuclear Regulatory Commission Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations * US Department of ...

NYULMC

Medical Physicist

New York, NY · On-site

A Medical Physicist is responsible for using and applying accepted principles and protocols of ... US Nuclear Regulatory Commission Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations * US Department of ...

NYU Langone Health

Medical Physicist

Manhattan, NY

A Medical Physicist is responsible for using and applying accepted principles and protocols of ... US Nuclear Regulatory Commission Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations * US Department of ...

MTA, Inc.

Medical Technician l

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$58K - $65K/yr

According to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who ... NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission"). Equal Employment ...

NYULMC

Associate Medical Physicist

New York, NY · On-site

$101K - $175K/yr

US Nuclear Regulatory Commission Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations * US Department of ... NYS Limited Permit in one of the following Medical Physics subspecialty you are applying for:

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for commission medical coder in New York is $24.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $26.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a commission medical coder?

A Commission Medical Coder is a professional who assigns medical codes to diagnoses, procedures, and treatments based on medical documentation, typically working on a commission or per-chart basis. This means their earnings depend on the volume of work they complete rather than a fixed salary. They ensure accurate coding for insurance claims and billing, helping healthcare providers receive proper reimbursement. These coders often work remotely or as independent contractors for hospitals, clinics, or billing companies. Strong knowledge of medical coding systems, such as ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS, is essential for success in this role.

What does a commission medical coder do?

As a Commission Medical Coder, your daily responsibilities include reviewing patient medical records, translating diagnoses and procedures into standardized codes, and submitting claims to insurance providers. Because your compensation is directly tied to the accuracy and volume of coded claims, efficiency and precision are highly valued, often motivating you to maintain consistent productivity. This structure can make the work fast-paced and goal-oriented, while offering the flexibility to manage your caseload and potentially increase your earnings with high performance. Collaboration may occur with billing teams and healthcare providers to clarify documentation and resolve coding questions, ensuring smooth processing and payment of claims.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a commission medical coder?

To thrive as a Commission Medical Coder, you need a thorough understanding of medical coding systems, healthcare terminology, and insurance billing procedures, often supported by certification such as CPC or CCS. Familiarity with coding software, electronic health record (EHR) systems, and compliance databases is essential. Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and self-motivation are key soft skills, especially when working under commission-based structures. These competencies are crucial for ensuring accurate claim submissions, maximizing earning potential, and maintaining regulatory compliance.

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Commission medical coders are still in demand due to ongoing needs for accurate medical billing and coding in healthcare. The role requires knowledge of coding systems like ICD-10 and CPT, and certifications such as CPC can enhance job prospects in a competitive market.

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Medical Records Specialist

Manhattan, NY • On-site

NYC Health Hospitals
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Job description

Elmhurst Hospital Center (EHC) is the major tertiary care provider in the borough of Queens. The hospital is comprised of 545 beds and is a Level I Trauma Center, an Emergency Heart Care Station and a 911 Receiving Hospital. It is the premiere health care organization for key areas such as Surgery, Cardiology, Women's Health, Pediatrics, Rehabilitation Medicine, Renal and Mental Health Services.
At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.
Work Shifts
8:00 A.M - 4:00 P.M, with rotating weekends and holidays (35 hours)
Duties & Responsibilities
Purpose of Position:
Under supervision, analyzes, abstracts, codes or indexes patients' medical record in a health care setting in compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal rules and regulations. Through coding and reporting, supports optimal utilization of System resources and services to improve outcomes in conformance with NYC Health + Hospitals standards of care; performs related work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Reviews, analyzes, abstracts, codes or indexes patients' medical record.
2. Prepares and maintains records, abstracts and summaries.
3. May do comparative studies for determining data quality.
4. Completes data correction forms.
5. Prepares Congenital Malformations Report, Alzheimer's Disease, and other Dementias Report forms, as required.
6. Instructs health care setting staff in the use of current coding classification.
7. May supervise and train other professional administrative staff of a medical record department.
8. May organize, file and retrieve medical records.
Minimum Qualifications
1. High school diploma or its educational equivalent, approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization; and
2. Completion of a coding or billing, medical record technology or health information technology (HIT) program approved by a nationally accredited agency (e.g., the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Education (CAHIIM)); or
3. Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) by AHIMA, Certified Professional Coder (CPC) by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or Certified Medical Billing Specialist (CMBS) by the Medical Association of Billers (MAB); or
4. Two (2) years of satisfactory experience in coding and/or abstracting medical records in a health care setting.
Benefits
NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

  • Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
  • Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
  • Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
  • College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
  • College Savings Program
  • Union Benefits for eligible titles
  • Multiple employee discounts programs
  • Commuter Benefits Programs

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