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Director, Laboratory CPT Coding

Burlington, NC · On-site +1

$88K - $115K/yr

About the Role The Director of Corporate Coding provides enterprise-wide leadership for CPT coding strategy, compliance, and operations across clinical laboratory, anatomic pathology, and molecular ...

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Director, Laboratory CPT Coding

Durham, NC · On-site +1

$102K - $133K/yr

About the Role The Director of Corporate Coding provides enterprise-wide leadership for CPT coding strategy, compliance, and operations across clinical laboratory, anatomic pathology, and molecular ...

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Ensures the selected CPT code supports the clinical documentation contained in patient record. Consistently meets established productivity targets for record audits. * Audits medical records for ...

Performs data quality reviews on provider records to validate the ICD-10 codes, CPT codes and clinical documentation. Audits provider (physician and midlevel providers) records for accuracy of ...

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How much do cpt coding jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for cpt coding in the United States is $27.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $34.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a CPT Coder?

As a CPT Coder, your daily responsibilities include reviewing medical records and documentation to assign appropriate CPT codes for procedures and services, ensuring that all codes comply with current regulations and payer guidelines. You may also be required to query healthcare providers for clarification, manage claim denials related to coding issues, and assist with audits. Collaboration with billing teams and healthcare professionals is common to verify information and maintain coding accuracy. This role requires staying current with updates to coding standards and healthcare regulations to ensure consistent, compliant practices.

What is a CPT Coding job?

A CPT Coding job involves assigning standardized medical codes, known as Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes, to healthcare procedures and services for billing and insurance purposes. CPT coders ensure accurate documentation and compliance with regulations to facilitate proper reimbursement. They typically work in hospitals, clinics, or insurance companies and must be proficient in medical terminology and coding guidelines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cpt Coding position, and why are they important?

To thrive in CPT Coding, you need a strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and the CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) coding system, often supported by a certification such as CPC (Certified Professional Coder). Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and coding software, as well as knowledge of healthcare regulations, is essential. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication are key soft skills for success in this role. These skills allow for accurate billing, minimize errors, and ensure compliance, directly impacting reimbursement and healthcare operations.

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Infographic showing various Cpt Coding job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,182 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

Director, Laboratory CPT Coding

Labcorp

Burlington, NC • On-site, Remote

$88K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 1,133 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

97th of 120 rated laboratories


Job description


Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world's most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people's health around the world. Together, we're improving health and improving lives.


Labcorp is seeking a Director, Corporate Coding

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday standard business hours with flexibility required as needed

Full-time

Work Location

This hybrid position offers a balanced schedule of three in-office workdays at our Burlington or Durham, NC locations and two remote workdays per week, supporting both collaboration and flexibility, with occasional onsite meetings and leadership sessions (generally less than 10% travel).

About the Role

The Director of Corporate Coding provides enterprise-wide leadership for CPT coding strategy, compliance, and operations across clinical laboratory, anatomic pathology, and molecular diagnostic services. This role requires deep technical expertise in laboratory testing combined with strong management experience to lead coding teams and ensure regulatory compliance.

The Director partners closely with laboratory leadership, revenue cycle, compliance, and payer policy teams to drive coding accuracy, support appropriate test utilization, and mitigate audit risk. This role also represents the organization in key industry forums, contributing to the advancement of laboratory coding standards and reimbursement policy.

Job Responsibilities

Corporate Coding Strategy & Governance

  • Lead and oversee corporate coding activities supporting laboratory, pathology, and molecular diagnostic services across the enterprise.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain coding policies, procedures, governance standards, and quality assurance programs.
  • Provide strategic guidance on CPT, HCPCS, PLA, MAAA, GSP, and molecular diagnostic coding issues impacting reimbursement, compliance, and operational performance.
  • Provide strategic input regarding emerging laboratory technologies and diagnostic innovations to establish appropriate coding and reimbursement pathways.

Compliance, Quality & Risk Management

  • Ensure compliance with CMS, AMA, OIG, commercial payer, and applicable federal and state regulatory requirements.
  • Direct coding quality assurance programs, audits, monitoring activities, and corrective action initiatives.
  • Identify coding, reimbursement, and compliance risks through ongoing monitoring, reporting, and audit activities.
  • Partner with compliance and legal stakeholders to address complex coding and reimbursement challenges.

Operational Excellence

  • Drive workflow optimization, standardization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives across coding operations.
  • Establish performance metrics and reporting processes to monitor coding quality, reimbursement outcomes, and operational effectiveness.
  • Leverage coding technologies, databases, and analytics tools to improve coding accuracy and operational performance.

Leadership & Industry Engagement

  • Lead, develop, and manage coding professionals through performance management, coaching, succession planning, and organizational development initiatives.
  • Collaborate with laboratory leadership, revenue cycle teams, compliance, finance, government affairs, medical affairs, and operational stakeholders to support enterprise objectives.
  • Represent the organization in industry organizations, workgroups, advocacy efforts, and coding forums, including laboratory coding and reimbursement-focused initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biology, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or related scientific discipline; Equivalent experience in clinical laboratory, pathology, or molecular diagnostics may be considered in lieu of a laboratory science degree.

  • 5 or more years extensive technical knowledge of laboratory testing;
  • 5 or more years proven leadership and management experience, including
    • Leading coding, lab, or revenue cycle teams
    • Driving operational performance, standardization, and team development
  • 8 years or more experience in healthcare coding, laboratory operations, or related field

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Medical Laboratory Science, Molecular Biology, Biology, Chemistry, or another scientific discipline.

  • 5 years or more experience with:
    • Molecular diagnostics coding (Tier 1/Tier 2, GSPs, PLA codes)
    • Payer policy interpretation and reimbursement strategy
    • Lab outreach or reference laboratory environments
  • 5 years or more experience representing an organization in national industry or coding groups (e.g., ACLA, AMA CPT processes)

Additional Job Standards

  • Deep technical understanding of laboratory testing and methodologies;
  • Demonstrated practical experience in clinical laboratory, pathology, or molecular diagnostic environments.
  • Strategic leadership and change management
  • Regulatory and compliance expertise
  • Strong understanding of payer policy and reimbursement complexity
  • Analytical and data-driven decision-making
  • Executive communication and external influence
  • Cross-functional collaboration
Benefits:Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.Employees who are regularly scheduled toworka 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, pleaseclick here.

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.


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