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Albanymed

Inpatient Hospital Coder - Remote

Broadway, VA Β· Remote

$59K - $88K/yr

Demonstrate behavior that reflects integrity, shows a commitment to ethical and legal coding practices, and fosters trust in professional activities. * Advances coding knowledge and practice through ...

DaMar Staffing

Risk Adjustment Coder

Virginia Beach, VA Β· On-site

$10K/mo

Legal Resources Plan * Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met. Keywords: Talroo-Allied Health, Risk Coder ...

Highmark Health

Coder - Outpatient

Richmond, VA Β· On-site

$34.39/hr

This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. As a component of job responsibilities, employees ...

Fairfax County

Legal Records Clerk

Fairfax, VA Β· On-site

Performs complex legal and technical duties related to the sealing of certain criminal public records in strict compliance with the Code of Virginia. Tasks include but are not limited to processing ...

Fairfax County

Legal Records Clerk

Fairfax, VA Β· On-site

$46K - $80K/yr

Performs complex legal and technical duties related to the sealing of certain criminal public records in strict compliance with the Code of Virginia. Tasks include but are not limited to processing ...

GovernmentJobs.com

Legal Records Clerk

Fairfax, VA Β· On-site

Performs complex legal and technical duties related to the sealing of certain criminal public records in strict compliance with the Code of Virginia. Tasks include but are not limited to processing ...

GovernmentJobs.com

Legal Secretary I - CWA

Norfolk, VA Β· On-site

$43K/yr

Legal Secretary I The Office of the Norfolk Commonwealth's Attorney is responsible for the ... Code of Virginia occurring in the City of Norfolk. The Office also handles certain civil matters ...

City of Norfolk

Legal Secretary I - CWA

Norfolk, VA Β· On-site

$41K - $66K/yr

... Code of Virginia occurring in the City of Norfolk. The Office also handles certain civil matters ... Our office is seeking a Legal Secretary I to perform secretarial duties using legal terminology ...

City of Danville, VA

Legal Assistant I

Danville, VA Β· On-site

$36K - $63K/yr

Updates City Code books as necessary. Maintains the law library. * Serves as backup to the Legal Assistant II. ADDITIONAL DUTIES * Assists with the duties of the Legal Assistant II as assigned.

City of Danville

Legal Assistant I

Danville, VA Β· On-site

$36K - $63K/yr

Updates City Code books as necessary. Maintains the law library. Serves as backup to the Legal Assistant II. ADDITIONAL DUTIES Assists with the duties of the Legal Assistant II as assigned. Performs ...

City of Norfolk, VA

Legal Secretary I - CWA

Norfolk, VA Β· On-site

$41K - $66K/yr

... Code of Virginia occurring in the City of Norfolk. The Office also handles certain civil matters ... Our office is seeking a Legal Secretary I to perform secretarial duties using legal terminology ...

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What is the difference between Legal Coder vs Legal Assistant?

AspectLegal CoderLegal Assistant
CredentialsCertification in coding or medical billing, knowledge of legal terminologyHigh school diploma or associate degree, administrative skills
Work EnvironmentHospitals, law firms, legal departments, medical-legal settingsLaw firms, corporate legal departments, government agencies
Job FocusAssigning legal and medical codes for billing and record-keepingManaging legal documents, scheduling, client communication

Legal coders and legal assistants work in legal and healthcare environments, but legal coders focus on coding and record accuracy, while legal assistants handle administrative tasks. Both roles require familiarity with legal terminology, but their responsibilities and certifications differ significantly.

Is it hard to become a certified legal coder?

Becoming a certified legal coder typically requires completing specialized training or certification programs, which can range from a few months to a year. Candidates should have strong attention to detail, knowledge of medical and legal terminology, and familiarity with coding systems like ICD and CPT; certification exams assess these skills. The difficulty depends on prior experience and dedication to learning the coding standards and guidelines.

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Legal Coder jobs?

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Infographic showing various Legal Coder job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution.

Inpatient Hospital Coder - Remote

Broadway, VA β€’ Remote

Albanymed
5 - 10K employees
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$59K - $88K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Department/Unit:

Health Information Management

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Salary Range:

$59,066.00 - $88,599.00The Inpatient Hospital Coder applies skills and knowledge of currently mandated inpatient coding and classification systems, and official resources to select the appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes (PCS), and other codes representing healthcare services. This position is responsible for selecting and sequencing the codes such that the organization receives the optimal reimbursement to which the facility is legally entitled, remembering that it is unethical and illegal to increase reimbursement by means that contradict requirements. This is a remote position.

Must have Inpatient Coding Experience

This position is fully remote.

Additionally:

  • 100% Remote / Fully Remote
  • Flexible scheduling
  • No relocation required,
  • Technology and support provided for remote employees

Qualifications

  • Inpatient Coding Experience 2+ years Preferred

  • High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required

  • Prior experience in hospital/inpatient medical coding - preferred

  • Prior experience with 3M 360 and EPIC system - preferred

  • Applicants must receive a score of 80% or above on assessment. Will consider new coders with a higher assessment score. (High proficiency)

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. (High proficiency)

  • Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS Coding classification system and DRG's.

  • Detail-oriented and efficient while maintaining productivity.

  • Coding certification / credential through AHIMA or AAPC and be in good standing. - required


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Use a computerized encoding system to facilitate accurate inpatient facility coding. Sequence diagnoses and procedures by following the ICD-10-CM/PCS, Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS), Medicare, Medicaid and other fiscal intermediary guidelines.

  • Support the reporting of healthcare data elements (e.g. diagnoses and procedure codes, hospital acquired conditions, patient safety indicators) required for external reporting purposes (e.g. reimbursement, value based purchasing initiatives and other administrative uses, population health, quality and patient safety measurement, and research) completely and accurately, in accordance with regulatory and documentation standards and requirements, as well as all applicable official coding conventions, rules, and guidelines.

  • Query the provider (physician or other qualified healthcare practitioner), whether verbal or written, for clarification and/or additional documentation when there is conflicting, incomplete, or ambiguous information in the health record regarding a significant reportable condition or procedure or other reportable data element dependent on health record documentation (e.g. present on admission indicators). Advance coding knowledge and practice through continuing education, including but not limited to meeting continuing education requirements.

  • Demonstrate behavior that reflects integrity, shows a commitment to ethical and legal coding practices, and fosters trust in professional activities.

  • Advances coding knowledge and practice through continuing education, including but not limited to meeting continuing education requirements.

  • Utilizes official coding rules and guidelines apply the most accurate coding to represent that patient services on the hospital claim.

  • Comply with comprehensive internal coding policies and procedures that are consistent with requirements.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!

Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

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