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Medical Coding Team Lead

Dodgeville, WI · Remote

$23.25 - $31.75/hr

Stay current with industry coding updates, payer-specific requirements, and compliance standards ... For over 100 years, Upland Hills Health has been dedicated to the promise of offering the highest ...

... payer guidelines, and organizational policies. This role is responsible for accurate coding and timely claim submission to support appropriate reimbursement while maintaining the highest standards of ...

... payer guidelines, and organizational policies. This role is responsible for accurate coding and timely claim submission to support appropriate reimbursement while maintaining the highest standards of ...

... to highest specificity and accuracy according to NCH Physician Group's policies. • Performs ... Payer Rejection and coding Follow Up work queues. • Meet productivity goals for all coding work ...

... to highest specificity and accuracy according to NCH Physician Group's policies. • Performs ... Payer Rejection and coding Follow Up work queues. • Meet productivity goals for all coding work ...

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As of Jul 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for highest paying coding jobs in the United States is $27.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $32.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
Infographic showing various Highest Paying Coding Jobs job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,000 per year, or $27.4 per hour.
Coding/Billing Specialist

Coding/Billing Specialist

Eastport Health Care, Inc.

Eastport, ME • On-site

$17.75 - $22.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

  • Reviews progress notes to determine codes meet local and national medical necessity guidelines.
  • Assigns ICD-10 and CPT codes with the appropriate modifiers for services provided when posting charges.
  • Be familiar with medical terminology, LCD’s, NCD’s and insurance portals to stay compliant with industry coding practices. . 
  • Monitor payer EOB’s/system for denials and improper payments.
  • Investigate and follow up on denied or rejected claims by sending corrected claims/appeals and contacting insurances as necessary. 
  • Follows all HIPAA regulations and upholds the highest standards of privacy and confidentiality.
  • Answer phones and handle patient calls regarding accounts for billing, as needed.
  • Key claims on MaineCare portal, as needed.
  • Verify insurance coverage and benefits prior to submitting claims to ensure proper reimbursement.
  • Collect, post and manage patient account payments
  • Collaborate with healthcare providers to resolve any discrepancies in billing or coding as requested by Billing Manager.
  • Actively participates in department meetings, one-on-one meetings and mentorship meetings with billing team members.
  • Serve as a resource and subject matter expert to other staff members (front office, providers, fellow team members).
  • Perform other related duties as requested.     

Education and Experience:
  • Certification as a Professional Coder is preferred or a combination of education and/or experience in Medical Billing and Coding.
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • 1-2 years of experience in the field preferred.
  • Able to have good communication skills with staff, clients, insurance companies, and the general public.
  • A certain degree of creativity is expected.
 
Essential Functions:
COMPREHENSION: Understands and applies non-routine verbal and/or written instructions.
ORGANIZATION: Organize and prioritize individual work schedule to manage multiple task and/or projects
DECISION MAKING: Makes decisions that have an impact on the immediate work unit’s operation and/or services.
COMMUNICATION: Communicates and explains a variety of information
 
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: keyboard operation and sitting for extended periods of time.  Ability to lift 25 lbs.; Walking/Standing/Bending/Kneeling/Squatting; Visual acuity for extended periods of monitor operation. Ability to use interfaced communication devices (Electronic Medical Record, telephone, internet, etc.)