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TaraVista Behavioral Health

Medical Coder

Holyoke, MA · Remote

$23 - $28/hr

Medicare and Medicare like insurance coding for professional services in the Behavioral Health ... Medical, Dental, and Vision * 401(k) match * Employer paid short term disability (STD) * Employer ...

TaraVista

Medical Coder, 40hrs

Devens, MA · Remote

$20.75 - $27.75/hr

Medicare and Medicare like insurance coding for professional services in the Behavioral Health ... Medical, Dental, and Vision * 401(k) match * Employer paid short term disability (STD) * Employer ...

TaraVista

Medical Coder, 40hrs

Devens, MA · Remote

$20.75 - $27.75/hr

Medicare and Medicare like insurance coding for professional services in the Behavioral Health ... Medical, Dental, and Vision * 401(k) match * Employer paid short term disability (STD) * Employer ...

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How much do medical insurance coding jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical insurance coding in the United States is $29.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.76 and $34.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Medical Insurance Coding vs Medical Billing?

AspectMedical Insurance CodingMedical Billing
CertificationsCPHIC, CPC, CCSCPB, CPC
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, coding companiesMedical offices, billing companies
Primary FocusAssigning codes to diagnoses and proceduresSubmitting claims and managing payments
Industry UsageHospitals, clinics, insurance companiesMedical practices, billing services

Medical Insurance Coding involves translating medical diagnoses and procedures into standardized codes used for billing and insurance purposes. Medical Billing focuses on submitting claims, following up on payments, and managing patient billing. While they work closely and often overlap, coding is primarily about classification, whereas billing handles the financial transactions.

What is medical insurance coding?

Medical insurance coding is the process of translating healthcare diagnoses, procedures, medical services, and equipment into standardized codes. These codes are used on medical records and billing documents to ensure that healthcare providers are properly reimbursed by insurance companies. Coders use classification systems such as ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS to assign codes based on physician documentation and patient records. Accurate coding is essential for healthcare providers to receive timely payments and to avoid claim denials or audits.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in medical insurance coding, and how can they be addressed?

Medical insurance coders often encounter challenges such as keeping up with frequent updates to coding standards (like ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS), managing high volumes of patient records, and ensuring accuracy to avoid claim denials. Staying current through regular training, participating in coding workshops, and utilizing reliable coding software can help address these challenges. Collaborating closely with healthcare providers and billing teams also ensures that documentation is thorough and compliant, which can minimize errors and streamline the claims process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Medical Insurance Coder, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Medical Insurance Coder, you need a solid understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and healthcare reimbursement systems, usually supported by a relevant certification like CPC or CCS. Proficiency in coding software, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and familiarity with ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes is essential. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong organizational skills help coders ensure accuracy and compliance. These competencies are crucial for minimizing claim denials, ensuring proper billing, and maintaining regulatory compliance in healthcare organizations.
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Infographic showing various Medical Insurance Coding job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,377 per year, or $30 per hour.
Medical Insurance Claims Follow-up

Medical Insurance Claims Follow-up

HCA Healthcare

Lees Summit, MO • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

HCA Healthcare rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 2,258 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

604th of 890 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Introduction

This Work from Home position requires that you live and will perform the duties of the position; within 60 miles of an HCA Healthcare Hospital (Our hospitals are located in the following states: FL, GA, ID, KS, KY, MO, NV, NH, NC, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA).

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Medical Insurance Follow-up/Revenue Cycle Representative today with Parallon.

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a Medical Insurance Claims Follow-up Specialist, you will be responsible for processing insurance accounts to address claim issues and thereby affect payment and/or bringing them to resolution. 

What you will do in this role: 

  • Status account and document all work performed in the company and client computer systems. 
  • Assess accounts to determine the next appropriate course of action in line with company policies and procedures. 
  • Place outbound calls to insurance companies, guarantors, patients, doctors’ offices and/or facilities and handle incoming calls as necessary utilizing proper customer service protocol. 
  • Process related correspondence from insurance companies and perform pertinent follow-up. 
  • Reconcile balances and payments between insurance companies and client's computer systems. 
  • Medical and insurance terminology (such as procedure codes, diagnoses, and patient liability), and full understanding of hospital/physician billing. 
  • Demonstrated communication and problem-solving skills and the ability to act/decide accordingly. 
  • Ability to collect, create and research complex or diverse information. 
  • Exceptional customer service and the ability to plan, organize and exercise sound judgment. 

Qualifications you will need: 

  • Minimum 3-5 years' experience in Medical Insurance Claims Follow-up/Billing for a facility, medical clinic, or doctor’s office and experience with Microsoft Office suite and standard office equipment (efax application) preferred. 
  • Physician and Hospital Claim Denial experience required
  • Experience with Adobe documents
  • Work from home roles require employees must have wired high speed internet 25 MB download and 15 MB upload. 
  • Remote employees are required to live within a 60 mile radius of an HCA Hospital
Benefits

Parallon, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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Parallon provides full-service revenue cycle management, or total patient account resolution, for HCA Healthcare. Our services include scheduling, registration, insurance verification, hospital billing, revenue integrity, collections, payment compliance, credentialing, health information management, customer service, payroll and physician billing. We also provide full-service revenue cycle management as well as targeted solutions, such as Medicaid Eligibility, for external clients across the country. Parallon has over 17,000 colleagues, and serves close to 1,000 hospitals and 3,000 physician practices, all making an impact on patients, providers and their communities.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

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"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Medical Insurance Claims Follow-up opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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