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Kurt J Lesker

CNC Apprentice Trainer

Jefferson Hills, PA · On-site

$15.50 - $20/hr

... code interpretation, and the production of quality machined components * Develop apprentice ... Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance * 401(k) with employer match

Kurt J Lesker Company

CNC Apprentice Trainer

Clairton, PA · On-site

$16 - $20.50/hr

... code interpretation, and the production of quality machined components * Develop apprentice ... Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance * 401(k) with employer match

Varsity Tutors

Medical Terminology Tutor

Pittsburgh, PA · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

All from the comfort of your home. Why Join Our Platform? * Earn incrementally higher pay for each ... coding careers. * Conceptual Teaching & Problem-Solving: Skilled at teaching systematic word ...

e4health

ED Coder - PRN AS NEEDED

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

... medical record systems, following the Official ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Guidelines for Coding, AMA ... Assigns appropriate ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS codes and modifiers to facility-based Ancillary ...

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

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for home based medical coding apprentice in Pittsburgh, PA is $21.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.50 and $23.32 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 Pittsburgh, PA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,277 per year, or $21.8 per hour.

Certified Coding Specialist - MYCS

Mckeesport, PA

Mon Yough Community Services, Inc.
51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

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Job description

Company Description

Since 1969, MYCS has helped individuals and families in the Mon Valley area to Get Better based on the specific and unique circumstances of each person we serve. We work to foster hope, renewal, healing and wellness for those who face the challenges of mental health, substance abuse disorders and intellectual disabilities. The goal to Get Better means getting better service, better advice, better treatment and a better experience overall. The people of MYCS strive for excellence in their quest for knowledge, compassion and support for the recovery of every individual.

Job Description

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Review and evaluate focused UPMC Community Behavioral Health medical records for accurate coding to ensure that all documented principal and secondary diagnoses, complications and co-morbidities, and procedures are accurately coded.

  • Perform internal quality assurance audits on community behavioral health records.

  • Summarizes findings and report these to the Manager.

  • Identify areas of coding weakness and develop training plans to address these.

  • Provide audit findings to compliance staff members to review.

  • Discuss audit findings with each coder individually as needed for further
    clarification.

  • Develop and present community behavioral health coding seminars for continuing coder
    education.

  • Assist with identifying continuing education needs and opportunities. Coordinate
    continuing education by contacting clinical staff and arranging in-services for
    the coding staff, as well as keeping current with other education being offered
    by AHIMA and other professional organizations.

  • Assist with training new staff for community behavioral health coding.

  • Also coordinate re-training of staff as needed due to coding changes/updates,
    results of audits, etc.

  • Communicate effectively with Patient Business Services, physicians and ancillary
    departments as necessary to submit accurate and timely billing. .

  • Review the discharge summary, history and physical, physician progress notes,
    consultation reports, to validate accurate diagnosis and appropriate level of
    care coding.

  • Determine diagnoses that were treated, monitored and evaluated and procedures done during
    the episode of care and assign appropriate codes.

  • Utilize standard coding guidelines and principles and coding clinics to assign the
    appropriate ICD-10 and CPT codes including modifiers for correct assignment and
    accurate reimbursement.

  • Identify incomplete documentation in the medical record and formulate a physician query
    to obtain missing documentation and/ or clarification to accurately complete
    the coding process.

  • Responsible for correcting any data found to be in error after reviewing the medical record
    and comparing with system entries.

PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERTISE:

  • Complete work assignments in a timely manner

  • Submit a monthly auditing/training schedule to the Manager.

  • Submit completed Inpatient, SDS, and ED audit spreadsheets with details for each chart.

  • Submit audit summaries for Inpatient, SDS and ED coding

  • Submit all educational documents for all patient types to Management.

  • Perform reviews on Third Party Audit findings/outcomes and prepare report for HIM and
    Compliance



Qualifications

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate of an AHIMA-certified Coding Program. Associates Degree from an accredited
Health Information Management program or equivalent preferred. Curriculum includes Anatomy and Physiology, Pharmacology, Pathophysiology, Medical Terminology, ICD-10-CM and CPT Coding Guidelines and Procedures or

Certified Coding Specialist(CCS).5 years of total experience.


Certified Professional Coder
OR Certified Coding Specialist OR Regulatory Health Information Technician OR
Regulatory Health Information Administration.

Additional Information

APPLY ONLINE AT:   www.mycs.org

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