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Medical Coding Director Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Medical Director

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$130K - $165K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Join us as a Medical Director at VCA Cedar Animal Hospital and you'll quickly discover that you're ... Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ...

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Director of Surgical Services

International Falls, MN · On-site

$95K - $135K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Medical Coders and more. Continuum has over 30 years of staffing experience and is recognized as an exceptional leader in the industry.

Coding Payment Resolution Spec

Greenwald, MN · On-site

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

... on medical record reviews, contracts, regulations as directed by the Supervisor Clinical / Coding Payment Resolution. * Interprets data, draws conclusions, and reviews findings with all level of ...

$38.46 - $52.40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Health systems, hospitals and medical clinics are under immense pressure to improve clinical ... May assist in preparing audit reports, share direct feedback to coders and auditors on areas of ...

Inpatient Coding Auditor

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$28.50 - $32.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Health systems, hospitals and medical clinics are under immense pressure to improve clinical ... May assist in preparing audit reports, share direct feedback to coders and auditors on areas of ...

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Inpatient Coding Auditor

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$28.50 - $32.25/hr

Health systems, hospitals and medical clinics are under immense pressure to improve clinical ... May assist in preparing audit reports, share direct feedback to coders and auditors on areas of ...

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Medical Affairs Director

Minneapolis, MN

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

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The Director of Medical Affairs is responsible for creating and driving Coloplast's agenda in the N ... the MedTech Code of Conduct, and company policies. * Other job duties as assigned Basic ...

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Medical Coding Director information

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$12.7K

$227.6K

$349.7K

How much do medical coding director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for medical coding director in Minnesota is $227,585.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $193,900.00 and $278,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a medical coding director?

Medical Coding Directors are healthcare professionals responsible for overseeing the coding department within a medical facility or healthcare organization. They manage teams of medical coders, ensure accurate assignment of diagnostic and procedural codes, and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and reimbursement requirements. Additionally, they develop policies, provide staff training, and work to improve coding accuracy and efficiency. Their leadership ensures the integrity of medical records and supports proper billing processes. Medical Coding Directors typically have extensive experience in medical coding and hold relevant certifications.

How does a medical coding director typically collaborate with other departments within a healthcare organization?

A Medical Coding Director works closely with various departments such as billing, compliance, clinical staff, and IT to ensure accurate and efficient coding processes. They often facilitate communication between coders and healthcare providers to clarify documentation and resolve discrepancies. Additionally, they collaborate with compliance teams to uphold regulatory standards and with IT to optimize coding software and reporting tools. This cross-departmental collaboration is essential for maintaining accurate records, maximizing reimbursement, and ensuring overall organizational efficiency.

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

To thrive as a Medical Coding Director, you need in-depth knowledge of medical coding standards (such as ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS), healthcare regulations, and significant experience in coding leadership, typically supported by a relevant certification like CCS or CPC. Expertise in coding software, EHR systems, and compliance auditing tools is vital for managing complex coding operations. Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and communication skills distinguish top performers by enabling them to guide teams and collaborate with other healthcare professionals. These combined skills ensure accurate medical documentation, regulatory compliance, and optimal revenue cycle performance for healthcare organizations.

What is the difference between Medical Coding Director vs Medical Coding Supervisor?

AspectMedical Coding DirectorMedical Coding Supervisor
CertificationsCCS, CPC, or equivalent; often advanced certificationsCCS, CPC; typically less advanced certifications
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple teams, strategic planning, policy developmentManages daily coding operations, team supervision
ResponsibilitiesLeadership, compliance, process improvementTeam management, quality assurance

The Medical Coding Director focuses on strategic leadership and policy development across coding teams, requiring advanced certifications and experience. In contrast, the Medical Coding Supervisor handles daily team supervision and quality control. Both roles are essential in healthcare coding, but the director has a broader, more strategic scope.

What are the most commonly searched types of Medical Coding jobs in Minnesota?

The most popular types of Medical Coding jobs in Minnesota are:

Infographic showing various Medical Coding Director job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 84% In-person, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $227,585 per year, or $109.4 per hour.

RN Medical Coverage Policy Consultant

HealthPartners

Bloomington, MN • On-site

$39.73 - $59.59/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

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Job description


HealthPartners is hiring an RN Medical Coverage Policy Consultant. The Consultant is responsible for the development, maintenance, review, and implementation of medical policies/criteria which support clinical decision-making coverage for services that are rooted in scientific evidence, proven to positively impact healthcare outcomes. This position monitors, reviews and analyzes medical literature for current, new and emerging technology. This position also manages administrative criteria which supplement benefits and third-party resources. The Consultant is a collaborative position that works with many cross functional departments including Claims, Utilization Management (UM), Medical Directors, Contracts and Benefits, Member Services/Appeals, and Government Programs to support policy changes. The position serves as a content expert related to medical coverage policies and offers continued support to internal and external partners.
This is a hybrid role, with onsite presence required Tuesday through Thursday at the Bloomington 8170 Corporate Office Building. Flexibility, as needed. Schedule and onsite days may be subject to change based on business and team needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:
    • Bachelor's degree in nursing
    • RN with 3-5 years of medical policy experience.
    • Five or more years of healthcare experience, with expertise in the areas of scientific literature research and review, medical guideline development, or coverage policy development
    • Demonstrated health plan implementation experience or knowledge and experience working with health plan operations
  • Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:
    • Current Minnesota RN license
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
    • Technically competent with expertise in creating Microsoft Word and Excel documents
    • Ability to continuously learn new technical skills, competencies, systems or programs
    • Ability to prioritize multiple competing complex tasks, meet deadlines and manage multiple assignments in various stages of development and implementation
    • Ability to plan and organize tasks to complete a project, facilitate collaboration with others and create and manage documentation
    • Ability to work autonomously, deal with ambiguity and respond positively to change
    • Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
    • Experienced with conducting review and analysis of clinical literature and using critical thinking skills to summarize and synthesize evidence-based findings, complex clinical information and technical information.
    • Displays initiative in identifying problems and outlining possible solutions for review with leaders.
    • Able to identify, understand, and anticipate implications of coverage positions

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:
    • Expertise in medical coding (HCPCS, CPT, ICD-10) related to claims billing, claims processing, and claims implementation strategies
    • Experience in requesting and understanding health plan cost and utilization data
    • Demonstrated skill in collaboration and group facilitation
    • Experience in health plan Utilization Management.
  • Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:
    • Current or previous certification in medical coding
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
    • Expertise in PowerPoint, and Visio
    • Knowledge of, and expertise in Medicare.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
  1. (15%) Research, identify, analyze and evaluate evidence based scientific literature and use critical thinking skills to summarize and synthesize evidence-based findings, complex clinical information and technical information which affect medical coverage policies and benefits.
  2. (15%) Develops professional documents which summarize scientific literature and administrative research as support for health plan coverage positions. Delivers verbal and written presentations.
  3. (10%) Research and interpret benefit coverage across all health plan products including Commercial, Medicare, Medicaid and employer groups. Identifies and applies health plan benefit variances in coverage from product to product and state to state. Researches and complies with applicable laws, CMS requirements, regulatory and accreditation standards to support departmental initiatives and incorporate into coverage policy work.
  4. (10%) Reviews and summarizes informatics and claims reports to understand volume, costs and coding implications to support policy implementation and maintenance.
  5. (10%) Develops and revises coverage criteria policies including evidence-based, administrative policies and benefit supplemented policies, which support medical directors and leaders in designing medical coverage policy strategy.
  6. (15%) Accountable for successful implementation of all assigned work. Collaborates with other departments as needed; prepares implementation plans; identifies and implements claims edits related to coverage policies; facilitates completion and resolves critical implementation issues.
  7. (10%) Communicates coverage policy interpretation, explanation and rationale for coverage positions and implementation approach to providers, members, outside vendors, employer groups and internal departments.
  8. (15%) Provides staff support for various committees, administrative work, evolving departmental work, and other duties as assigned.

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We're a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.
At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We're working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.
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