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St. Louis Children's and KVC Health Systems

$60 - $80/hr

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UnityPoint Health

Coding Specialist II

Des Moines, IA · On-site

The Coding Specialist will assign all codes to the highest level of specificity following the ... We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. * Early access to earned wages ...

Conway Medical Center

CODING SPECIALIST III

Conway, SC · On-site

The Coding Specialist III (CS III) will use ICD and CPT and specializes in medical classification ... Review accounts to ensure that assigned codes meet required legal and insurance rules and that ...

Conway Medical Center

CODING SPECIALIST III

Conway, SC · On-site

The Coding Specialist III (CS III) will use ICD and CPT and specializes in medical classification ... Review accounts to ensure that assigned codes meet required legal and insurance rules and that ...

SmarterDx

Clinical Coding Specialist

$75K - $105K/yr

Clinical Coding Specialist (Inpatient) Role As an Inpatient Coding Specialist at SmarterDx, you ... Medical, Dental & Vision - Comprehensive plans with leading insurance providers, covering 75% of ...

Columbia Basin Hospital

CDI Coding Specialist

Ephrata, WA · On-site +1

$27.96 - $45.87/hr

We are seeking a detail-oriented CDI Coding Specialist to support timely, accurate coding and ... Medical, dental, and vision insurance option available for employee and family * Minimum of $2,000 ...

TriHealth, Inc.

REMOTE - Coding Specialist II

... insurance carriers. Provides coding expertise to department management, coding staff, clinical ... AHIMA (Certified Coding Specialist-Physician [CCS-P] * Certified Coding Specialist [CCS]

EMS Management and Consultants Inc

Coding Specialist

$15 - $20/hr

Provide backup assistance to other team Coding Specialists and Revenue Cycle Specialists as needed ... Ability to learn, understand, and apply applicable HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, insurance, and ...

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How much do insurance coding specialist jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for insurance coding specialist 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.

What is an insurance coding specialist?

Insurance Coding Specialists are professionals responsible for reviewing medical records and assigning standardized codes to procedures, diagnoses, and treatments. These codes are used for billing insurance companies and ensuring healthcare providers are reimbursed accurately and efficiently. Insurance Coding Specialists must be knowledgeable about medical terminology, coding systems like ICD-10 and CPT, and compliance regulations. Their work is essential for maintaining accurate patient records and supporting the financial operations of healthcare organizations.

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

To thrive as an Insurance Coding Specialist, you need a solid understanding of medical terminology, coding systems (like ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS), and a certification such as CPC or CCS. Familiarity with medical billing software, claims processing systems, and electronic health records (EHRs) is typically required. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong organizational skills help ensure accuracy and efficiency in coding and billing processes. These skills are crucial for ensuring proper reimbursement, minimizing errors, and maintaining compliance within healthcare organizations.

What are some common challenges insurance coding specialists face when working with different insurance providers?

Insurance Coding Specialists often encounter challenges such as navigating the varying coding requirements and policies of different insurance providers. Each insurer may have unique rules for coverage, claim submission, and acceptable codes, which can result in claim denials or delays if not followed precisely. Staying updated with frequent changes in coding standards (like ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS) and payer guidelines is crucial. Effective communication with providers and payers, as well as attention to detail, helps ensure claims are processed accurately and efficiently.

What is the difference between Insurance Coding Specialist vs Medical Biller?

AspectInsurance Coding SpecialistMedical Biller
CertificationsCertified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Associate (CCA)Often certified in billing, such as Certified Professional Biller (CPB)
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, insurance companies, medical officesMedical offices, billing companies, healthcare providers
Primary FocusAssigning accurate medical codes for billing and insurance claimsPreparing and submitting billing documents, follow-up on payments

Insurance Coding Specialists focus on translating medical procedures into standardized codes for insurance claims, while Medical Billers handle the billing process, including submitting claims and following up on payments. Both roles often overlap but serve distinct functions within healthcare revenue cycle management.

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Infographic showing various Insurance Coding Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,000 per year, or $27.4 per hour.

Coding Specialist - 3147/Remote

Wilmington, NC • On-site

Wilmington Health PLLC
Health Care and Social Assistance • 501 - 1,000 employees
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5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

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About Wilmington Health

Since 1971, Wilmington Health has been committed to the care and health of our community in Wilmington as well as all of Southeastern North Carolina. Wilmington Health is structured as a multi-specialty medical practice with primary care providers integrated into the system. In this way, Wilmington Health is able to provide a comprehensive and coordinated approach to the care of all our patients. Wilmington Health is committed to using collaborative, evidence-based medicine in providing the highest quality of care to the patients we serve.

Purpose:

Provide guidance and instruction regarding insurance coding protocol to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities: 

  • Serve as a technical resource for all coding and billing regulations for provider services
  • Assist in formulating policies and procedures regarding coding and billing to ensure consistency and compliance across all clinic departments
  • Interact with medical staff and clinic staff to ensure quality and consistency with coding and billing policies
  • Perform quality control reviews of internal audits
  • Work with designated clinic administrative staff in identifying and addressing significant coding/billing issues. This may include initiating policy changes and/or identifying areas in need of corrective action plans and assist in development and execution of actions plans
  • Educating and training of clinic staff and medical staff
  • Review and update clinic fee schedule on an annual basis
  • Review and update of encounter forms/charge tickets on an annual basis
  • Perform Evaluation and Management (E/M) profiling on a monthly basis

Other Duties:

QUALIFICATIONS        

  • High school diploma or equivalency

Required: 

  • 3-5 years health insurance experience, Certified Coder
  • CPC, CCS-P

Preferred:

  • Abstract coding experience

Wilmington Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees. We are committed to treating everyone equally and with respect regardless of race, age, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran’s status, sexual preference, disability, genetic information, or any other class protected under state or federal law.

ADA Physical Demands:

Rarely (Less than .5 hrs/day) Occasionally (0.6 – 2.5 hrs/day) Frequently (2.6 – 5.5 hrs/day) Continuously (5.6 – 8.0 hrs/day)

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Coding Specialist Competencies

General

  1. Customer Service 
  2. Professionalism/Integrity/Responsibility 
  3. Teamwork/Process Focus 
  4. Dependability/Punctuality
  5. Interpersonal Relationships/Communication 
  6. Judgment/Decision Making/Problem Solving 
  7. Quality/Quantity 
  8. Initiative 
  9. Safety and Housekeeping 
  10. Organizational Skills/Time Management
  11. Quality Management 
  12. Cost Consciousness 
  13. Motivation 
  14. Innovation 

Department Specific

  1. E/M audits monthly and review with physician
  2. PRM -- add new prices, make sure codes are updated annually; update ICD-9 file annually
  3. Update charge sheets annually and as needed
  4. Update Experior when patients re dismissed from practice or from individual physicians and talk to patients with questions
  5. Read monthly Medicare, Medicaid, and coding bulletins; update appropriate staff and physicians
  6. Be available to staff and providers for coding questions
  7. Special project audits--i.e., shared visit documentation, Medicare audit requests, patient complaint audits

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