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Insurance Coder Jobs in New Jersey (NOW HIRING)

Insurance Specialist

Teaneck, NJ · On-site

$18.99 - $29.22/hr

Regional Cancer Care Associates (RCCA) is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Insurance ... Demonstrate knowledge of medical coding, preferably oncology coding * Demonstrate knowledge of ...

Insurance Specialist

Hackensack, NJ · On-site

$18.99 - $29.22/hr

Insurance Specialist Make an impact in patient care--behind the scenes. Regional Cancer Care ... Demonstrate knowledge of medical coding, preferably oncology coding * Demonstrate knowledge of ...

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Director, Med Coding

Rahway, NJ · On-site

$173.20 - $272.60/hr

Medical Insurance Coding * Mentoring Staff * Metadata Management * Mitigated Risks * Organizational Performance Management * People Leadership * Pharmacovigilance * Process Standardization

Insurance Producer

Margate City, NJ · On-site

$19.23 - $24.03/hr

Follow the company HR Policy, the Code of Business Conduct and all subsidiary and department ... Working knowledge of insurance agency operations, coverages, rates, markets and applicable ...

Insurance Specialist

Teaneck, NJ · On-site

$18.99 - $29.22/hr

Regional Cancer Care Associates (RCCA) is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Insurance ... Demonstrate knowledge of medical coding, preferably oncology coding * Demonstrate knowledge of ...

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How much do insurance coder jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for insurance coder in New Jersey is $27.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.28 and $35.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an insurance coder?

Insurance Coders require a strong grasp of medical terminology, anatomy, and health insurance guidelines, usually backed by a relevant certification such as CPC or CCS. They must be proficient with coding software, electronic health records (EHRs), and systems like ICD-10 and CPT. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong organizational skills are vital soft skills for accuracy and efficiency. These competencies ensure correct claim submission, compliance with insurance regulations, and effective reimbursement processes.

What does an insurance coder do?

An Insurance Coder translates medical procedures, diagnoses, and treatments into standardized codes for billing and insurance purposes. They ensure accuracy in medical documentation and help healthcare providers receive proper reimbursement from insurance companies. Insurance Coders must be familiar with coding systems like CPT, ICD, and HCPCS. They often work in hospitals, clinics, or insurance companies and must follow strict coding guidelines and regulations.

What are typical challenges insurance coders face on the job?

Insurance Coders often encounter challenges such as interpreting complex medical documentation, keeping up with frequent updates to coding standards and insurance policies, and ensuring absolute accuracy to avoid claim denials. Working under tight deadlines and managing a high volume of claims can also be demanding, requiring strong time management skills. Collaboration with physicians and billing teams may be necessary to clarify information and resolve discrepancies. Despite these challenges, success in this role provides opportunities to advance into senior coding, auditing, or supervisory positions within healthcare organizations.

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Infographic showing various Insurance Coder job openings in New Jersey as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,053 per year, or $27.9 per hour.

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Deborah Heart and Lung Center

Browns Mills, NJ

$21.44/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

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6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

598th of 1,055 rated hospitals


Job description

Position Summary: Review and code patient records for both inpatients and outpatients.  Assign appropriate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes.  Verify CPT-4 codes, DRGs, and APCs.                 

Experience

Preferred:  1-3 years acute care coding

Education

Preferred:  Associates in Health Information Technology

License and Credentials  

Required:  RHIA, or RHIT, or CCS, or CCA

Skills

Required:  Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, pathology of disease, ICD-10 CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT-4

Bi-Weekly Hours: 80

Work Schedule: 8:30am - 5pm M-F

The minimum starting rate for this position is $21.44

When determining a team members base rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of recent relevant experience, education, credentials, and internal equity).

At Deborah, healthcare is still about caring...for patients and team members. That is why we offer an outstanding benefits package, which includes healthcare coverage for team members in regularly budgeted positions of at least 30 hours per week. The benefits package also includes generous paid time-off, 401K matching contribution, tuition assistance, short and long term disability benefits, life insurance, meal discount, dependent care subsidy, adoption assistance and free parking.  


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