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MaineHealth

Coder II - Ambulatory Surgery

Scarborough, ME · On-site

$29.45 - $39.84/hr

The Coder II - Ambulatory Surgery role is responsible for the accurate assignment of ICD and CPT coding of diagnoses and procedures for outpatient medical records in the Ambulatory Surgery setting of ...

Pelvic Rehabilitation Medicine

Surgical Coder

$22 - $30/hr

... ambulatory surgery, hospital outpatient, or inpatient) preferred. Certifications (required): * Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - AAPC, or * Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - AHIMA, or

LCMC Health

$22.75 - $25.25/hr

... codes for ambulatory records across multiple specialties (i.e. family medicine, internal medicine, cardiology [IR], cardiothoracic surgery, interventional radiology, trauma, orthopedics, general ...

LCMC Health

$21.75 - $29/hr

... codes for emergency, outpatient and/or inpatient encounters and ancillary encounters ambulatory/provider-based clinics. Utilizes knowledge and experience gained with a goal to serve as a coding ...

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How much do contractual ambulatory surgery coder jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for contractual ambulatory surgery coder in the United States is $21.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual Ambulatory Surgery Coder vs Outpatient Surgery Coder?

AspectContractual Ambulatory Surgery CoderOutpatient Surgery Coder
CertificationsCertified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
Work EnvironmentFreelance, contractual basis, often remote or on-site at surgery centersHospital outpatient departments, clinics, or outpatient surgery centers
Employer & Industry UsageThird-party billing companies, surgery centers, healthcare providersHospitals, outpatient clinics, healthcare facilities

Both roles require similar certifications and coding skills, but Contractual Ambulatory Surgery Coders typically work on a contractual basis, often remotely, focusing on surgery centers. Outpatient Surgery Coders are usually employed directly by hospitals or clinics, working in outpatient departments. The main difference lies in employment type and work setting, though their core responsibilities overlap significantly.

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Infographic showing various Contractual Ambulatory Surgery Coder job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,724 per year, or $21.5 per hour.
Coder II - Ambulatory Surgery

Coder II - Ambulatory Surgery

Maine Medical Center

Scarborough, ME • On-site

$29.45 - $39.84/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Maine Medical Center rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

534th of 1,020 rated hospitals

Job description

Description
MaineHealth Corporate
Fully Remote
Professional - Nonclinical
Req #: 69433
Summary:
The Coder II - Ambulatory Surgery role is responsible for the accurate assignment of ICD and CPT coding of diagnoses and procedures for outpatient medical records in the Ambulatory Surgery setting of a Level 1 Trauma Facility and Teaching Hospital. This position performs complex surgical coding in support of specialty or multi-specialty physician practices and OPPS and CAH hospitals.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
  1. Education: Associate's Degree in a science field preferred with completion of an accredited program through AHIMA or AAPC.
  2. License/Certifications: RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CCA, CPC, CPC-H, CASCC or CIRCC credential required.
  3. Experience: Two years of multi-specialty, preferably surgical coding experience, with CPT/ICD-CM/HCPCS/modifier coding for physician professional charges and a minimum of two years of experience in an acute care facility as a Clinical Coder II or equivalent required. Required experience coding Surgical Observations, ASU, Professional Surgical CPT's or any combination of these areas. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of a Coder I - Ambulatory Surgery role.
  4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
  5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Level 1 Trauma Facility coding experience. This position performs complex surgical coding in support of specialty or multi-specialty physician practices and OPPS and CAH hospitals. Single Path Coding experience preferred.

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 $29.45 to $39.84 per hour.
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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