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CenterWell Primary Care

Medical Assistant

Louisville, KY · On-site

$17 - $21.75/hr

Successful completion of MA school/training program and a Certified/Registered Medical Assistant or ... Value Based Care experience including knowledge of HEDIS, CPT/ICD coding, and CAHPS/HOS Patient ...

CenterWell Primary Care

Medical Assistant

Frankfort, KY · On-site

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

Successful completion of MA school/training program and a Certified/Registered Medical Assistant or ... Value Based Care experience including knowledge of HEDIS, CPT/ICD coding, and CAHPS/HOS Patient ...

CenterWell Primary Care

Medical Assistant

Louisville, KY · On-site

$17 - $21.75/hr

... Main Responsibilities As a Medical Assistant, you will perform a variety of clinical ... ICD coding, and CAHPS/HOS Patient Experience. • Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish ...

CenterWell Primary Care

Medical Assistant

Louisville, KY · On-site

$17 - $21.75/hr

Successful completion of MA school/training program and a Certified/Registered Medical Assistant or ... Value Based Care experience including knowledge of HEDIS, CPT/ICD coding, and CAHPS/HOS Patient ...

CenterWell Primary Care

Medical Assistant

Frankfort, KY · On-site

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

Successful completion of MA school/training program and a Certified/Registered Medical Assistant or ... Value Based Care experience including knowledge of HEDIS, CPT/ICD coding, and CAHPS/HOS Patient ...

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How much do medical coding assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical coding assistant in Kentucky is $17.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.81 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a medical coding assistant?

A Medical Coding Assistant supports medical coders and healthcare professionals by reviewing patient records, assigning standardized codes, and ensuring accurate billing and insurance claims. They help verify documentation, correct coding errors, and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations. This role requires attention to detail, knowledge of medical terminology, and familiarity with coding systems like ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS.

What are the typical responsibilities of a medical coding assistant on a daily basis?

As a Medical Coding Assistant, your daily tasks usually involve reviewing patient records, assigning appropriate diagnostic and procedure codes, and ensuring accuracy and compliance with medical billing regulations. You’ll work closely with medical coders, healthcare providers, and billing departments to clarify documentation and resolve discrepancies. Additionally, you may help prepare reports, audit coding accuracy, and stay updated on changing coding guidelines. This role is often fast-paced and requires a keen eye for detail, benefiting those who enjoy both independent and collaborative work.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a medical coding assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Medical Coding Assistant, you need a solid understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and coding systems such as ICD-10 and CPT, often supported by a certificate in medical coding or health information technology. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and coding software is essential, and certification from organizations like AAPC or AHIMA is often preferred. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals are valuable soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure accurate and compliant coding, efficient workflow, and support the financial and operational health of medical practices.

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Infographic showing various Medical Coding Assistant job openings in Kentucky as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,931 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Medical Assistant or Medical Assistant Trainee, Norton Children's Medical Group- Lakeview, Shift Tim

Norton Healthcare

Louisville, KY • On-site

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Norton Healthcare rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 185 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

266th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Responsibilities
**8-430 or 830-5 rotating. Tuesdays are until 6 and may need to work one periodically and will work every 6 weeks ½ day on Saturday at Hikes Point.**
Discover a medical assisting career designed with you in mind. At Norton Healthcare, you'll find an organization that values and supports your well-being while offering competitive pay, a wide range of benefits, tuition assistance and hiring programs.
Medical Assistants perform administrative and clinical duties under the direct supervision of a medical provider - physician, physician assistant or nurse practitioner - in the medical office setting.
The Medical Assistant works closely with the physician in the practice/center clinical setting, assists with direct patient care, and serves as the clinical liaison between physician and patient and between physician and the office staff. The incumbent is responsible for promoting communication among all care providers, patients, and office staff regarding the care plan for the patient as defined by the attending physician. This individual attends to patients utilizing the age-appropriate principles of growth and development for patients of all ages according to the practice specialty.
Clinical Functions:
Administrative Functions:
• Taking patients to rooms
• Greeting patients
• Obtaining vital signs
• Scheduling appointments
• Assisting with medical procedures
• Answering phones
• Performing phlebotomy
• Clerical & computer work
• Obtaining lab specimens
• Prior authorizations
• Adhering to safety and infection guidelines
• Billing and coding
• Maintaining electronic medical records (EMR)
• Faxing
• Calculating & administering medications & vaccinations
• Disability & Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) paperwork
No experience? Norton Healthcare offers a full-time, 40 hours a week paid training program. Training consists of a combination of classroom and clinical training. The program schedule is Monday - Friday, 8a-4:30p. The classroom training will be held at 1001 Breckenridge Ln, Louisville, KY 40207. Clinical training will be completed at different locations throughout Louisville and Southern IN.
Upon successful completion of the Medical Assistant Trainee program, you will transition into a full-time Medical Assistant role.
The program will provide education on topics including:
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Medical Terminology
  • Medication Math
  • Pharmacology
  • Clinical and Administrative Skills

If interested in learning more about the Medical Assistant Trainee Program, apply to this posting.
Qualifications
Required for Medical Assistant:
  • Graduate of a medical assistant program (or) One year as a Medical Assistant

Required for Medical Assistant Trainee:
  • High School Diploma
  • No experience required. We provide comprehensive on the job training. If you want to learn more about the role, are passionate about taking care of patients and our community, we encourage you to apply.

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About Norton Healthcare

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Norton Healthcare is a not-for-profit hospital and health care system and is Louisville's second largest employer, with more than 18,000 employees, over 1,700 employed medical providers and approximately 2,000 total physicians on its medical staff. The system includes six hospitals (five in Louisville and one in Madison, Indiana) with 1,993 licensed beds, eight outpatient centers, 18 Norton Immediate Care Centers, eight Norton Prompt Care at Walgreens clinics and an expanded telehealth program. It provides care at more than 340 locations throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Louisville, KY, US

Year founded

1988

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