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How much do home based medical coding apprentice jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for home based medical coding apprentice in the United States is $22.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Home Based Medical Coding Apprentice vs Medical Coding Specialist?

AspectHome Based Medical Coding ApprenticeMedical Coding Specialist
CertificationsBasic coding certifications (e.g., CPC, CCS) often requiredAdvanced certifications preferred or required
Work EnvironmentRemote, supervised training settingRemote or on-site, more independent work
Job RoleLearning and assisting with coding tasksPerforming complete coding assignments independently
Experience LevelEntry-level, in trainingMid-level, experienced

The Home Based Medical Coding Apprentice is an entry-level role focused on training and gaining experience in medical coding, often working under supervision. In contrast, a Medical Coding Specialist is an experienced professional responsible for independently coding medical records. While both roles may work remotely and require similar certifications, the apprentice is in a learning phase, whereas the specialist performs fully independent coding tasks.

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Infographic showing various Home Based Medical Coding Apprentice job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,638 per year, or $22.4 per hour.

Medical Coding Specialist (Remote)

Scottsdale, AZ • Remote


Optima Medical
Health Care and Social Assistance • 201 - 500 employees

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

About Optima Medical:

Optima Medical is an Arizona-based medical group consisting of 30 locations and 130+ medical providers, who care for more than 200,000 patients statewide. Our mission is to improve the quality of life throughout Arizona by helping communities "Live Better, Live Longer" through personalized healthcare, with a focus on preventing the nation's top leading causes of death. We go beyond primary care with a full spectrum of services including cardiovascular health services, behavioral health, allergy testing and immunotherapy, in-house lab testing, imaging, chronic disease management, and other specialty health services. We aspire to aid the growth of our company by welcoming the most qualified and dedicated professionals aboard. We are currently seeking a Medical Coding Specialist to join our team!

This role will transition to a fully remote position after up to 30 days of training. To be eligible, you'll need to complete your initial training onsite at our Scottsdale office and remain in good standing. Must reside in Arizona!

Job Responsibilities:

  • Review and assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for medical diagnoses and procedures based on clinical documentation.
  • Ensure coding compliance with CMS guidelines, and state/federal regulations.
  • Ability to write precise, professional, and well structured feedback to providers and team members.
  • Assist with claim reviews, denials, and coding-related audits to optimize revenue integrity.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of medical coding guidelines, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.
  • Meet coding productivity and quality standards as required by Optima Medical.
  • High attention to detail and analytical skills to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Perform other related job duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in medical coding (physician practice or healthcare facility).
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) required (AAPC or AHIMA certification). No CPC-A or CCA.
  • Strong understanding of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS.
  • Experience with EHR systems, billing software, and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining high accuracy.
  • Must demonstrate strong written communication skills to provide clear feedback and improve coding accuracy.
  • Strong knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, and physiology to ensure accurate interpretation of provider documentation.
  • Must live in Arizona.

Why Join Our Team?

  • Substantial growth opportunities
  • Leadership and mentoring.
  • Fun work environment (lunches, events, holiday parties)
  • Comprehensive benefits (medical, vision, dental, 401k, paid holidays)
  • Supportive and positive work culture

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About Optima Medical

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Dedicated Providers Our team of Doctors, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants are not only qualified medically but truly listen to our patients and are attentive to their healthcare needs. Not Just Primary Care We take the word “Primary” to a new level by offering many services and tests that can all be done in the comfort of one facility. Inquire to learn more about what we offer. Professional Service We believe that healthcare should be delivered and received without any burden. Our administrative and clinical staff work in conjunction to reduce wait times and guarantee insurance coverage.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Bullhead City, AZ, US

Year founded

2012

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