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Prime Healthcare Management Inc

Coder Auditor

Ontario, CA · On-site

$28 - $43.40/hr

Qualifications EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING Required qualifications: 1. Medical Graduate, PA or Nursing Graduate 2. Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) 3. One (1) year of clinical experience in ...

Prime Healthcare Management Inc

Coder Auditor

Ontario, CA · On-site

$28 - $43.40/hr

Qualifications EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING Required qualifications: 1. Medical Graduate, PA or Nursing Graduate 2. Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) 3. One (1) year of clinical experience in ...

Astrana Health, Inc.

DRG Coder

Orange, CA

$28 - $32/hr

Associate's degree in Health Information Management, Nursing, or related field * Have at least 5 years of inpatient coding experience * Have at least 2 years of advanced DRG validation, auditing, or ...

Astrana Health, Inc.

$28 - $32/hr

Associate's degree in Health Information Management, Nursing, or related field * Have at least 5 years of inpatient coding experience * Have at least 2 years of advanced DRG validation, auditing, or ...

Stanislaus Cardiology

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Certified Cardiology Coder

Modesto, CA · On-site

$24.75 - $33.75/hr

The coder works closely with clinicians and utilizes specific coding software alongside manual ... nursing processes and patient care including but not limited to patient education regarding ...

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital

Coder III

Santa Clarita, CA · On-site

$37.92 - $60.68/hr

CODER III - $37.92 to $60.68 Your Work Here Matters. Your Career Here Thrives. Imagine coming to ... Physicians, nurses, staff, and volunteers come together here in a culture rooted in compassion ...

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital

Coder III

Valencia, CA · On-site

$19.25 - $25.75/hr

Physicians, nurses, staff, and volunteers come together here in a culture rooted in compassion ... Job Summary Coder III The Coder III is responsible for analyzing medical records for completion by ...

Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital

Coder III

Santa Clarita, CA · On-site

$37.92 - $60.68/hr

CODER III - $37.92 to $60.68 Your Work Here Matters. Your Career Here Thrives. Imagine coming to ... Physicians, nurses, staff, and volunteers come together here in a culture rooted in compassion ...

HENRY MAYO NEWHALL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

$19 - $25.25/hr

Physicians, nurses, staff, and volunteers come together here in a culture rooted in compassion ... Job Summary Coder III The Coder III is responsible for analyzing medical records for completion by ...

American Advanced Management

Inpatient Coder

Salida, CA · On-site

$23/hr

The Inpatient Coder must thoroughly review all patient medical charts in an effort to ensure ... Retrieve patient records for doctors and nurses for future diagnosis and treatment. * Keep track of ...

American Advanced Management

Inpatient Coder

Salida, CA · On-site

$23 - $27.75/hr

The Inpatient Coder must thoroughly review all patient medical charts in an effort to ensure ... Retrieve patient records for doctors and nurses for future diagnosis and treatment. * Keep track of ...

American Advanced Management

Inpatient Coder

Salida, CA · On-site

$23 - $27.75/hr

The Inpatient Coder must thoroughly review all patient medical charts in an effort to ensure ... Retrieve patient records for doctors and nurses for future diagnosis and treatment. * Keep track of ...

AMERICAN ADVANCED MANAGEMENT

Inpatient Coder

Salida, CA · On-site

$23 - $27.75/hr

The Inpatient Coder must thoroughly review all patient medical charts in an effort to ensure ... Retrieve patient records for doctors and nurses for future diagnosis and treatment. * Keep track of ...

Prime Healthcare

Coder Auditor

Ontario, CA · On-site

$28 - $43.40/hr

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING Required qualifications: 1. Medical Graduate, PA or Nursing Graduate 2. Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) 3. One (1) year of clinical experience in acute care setting ...

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How much do nurse coder jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for nurse coder in California is $27.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $34.18 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a nurse coder?

A Nurse Coder is a registered nurse who specializes in medical coding and billing. They use their clinical knowledge to accurately translate healthcare services, diagnoses, and procedures into standardized codes for insurance and billing purposes. Nurse Coders ensure that medical records are coded correctly for reimbursement, compliance, and statistical purposes. Their expertise helps healthcare providers receive appropriate payment and maintain accurate patient records.

How does a nurse coder typically collaborate with clinical and billing teams in a healthcare setting?

Nurse Coders frequently work alongside both clinical staff and billing teams to ensure accurate documentation and coding of patient records. They review medical charts, clarify diagnoses and treatments with providers, and translate clinical data into standardized codes for billing and compliance purposes. Regular collaboration is essential for resolving discrepancies, supporting audits, and maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations. This team-oriented environment helps ensure timely reimbursement and high-quality patient care documentation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a nurse coder, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nurse Coder, you need a solid background in nursing, medical terminology, and clinical documentation, often supported by RN licensure and certification in medical coding (such as CPC or CCS). Familiarity with ICD-10, CPT, and healthcare billing software is crucial for accurate coding and reimbursement. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills set outstanding Nurse Coders apart. These abilities ensure precise medical record coding, compliance with regulations, and optimized revenue cycle management in healthcare organizations.

What is the difference between Nurse Coder vs Medical Coder?

AspectNurse CoderMedical Coder
CredentialsRN license, coding certifications (e.g., CPC, CCS)Certification (CPC, CCS), coding training
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, outpatient centers, insurance companies
Industry UsagePrimarily in healthcare settings with nursing staffBroader healthcare settings, including billing and insurance

Both Nurse Coders and Medical Coders require coding certifications and work in healthcare environments. Nurse Coders have nursing licenses and focus on clinical documentation, while Medical Coders handle billing and coding for various healthcare services. The choice depends on your background and career goals within healthcare coding.

How much does a nurse coder make?

A nurse coder's salary typically ranges from $50,000 to $80,000 annually, depending on experience, certification, and location. Certified nurse coders with specialized skills and certifications like CPC or CCS tend to earn higher wages, and many work in healthcare settings with regular schedules.
Nurse Coder jobs near you
Infographic showing various Nurse Coder job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 56% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 24% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,433 per year, or $27.1 per hour.

Coder Auditor

Prime Healthcare Management Inc

Ontario, CA • On-site

$28 - $43.40/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 6 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Prime Healthcare rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 286 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

644th of 893 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Overview
Prime Healthcare is an award-winning health system headquartered in Ontario, California. Prime Healthcare operates 54 hospitals and has more than 360 outpatient locations in 15 states providing more than 3.0million patient visits annually. It is one of the nation's leading health systems with over 60,000 employees and physicians. Twenty-one of the Prime Healthcare hospitals are members of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity. Prime Healthcare is actively seeking new members to join our corporate team!
Responsibilities
The Inpatient Coder Auditor reviews and analyzes documentation present in the medical record for Inpatient visits to ensure accuracy of diagnosis and procedure codes assigned by the Coders or Clinical Documentation Specialists (CDS) or Computer Assisted Coding (CAC) software. The Inpatient Coder Auditor finalizes the coding and abstracting of the medical record upon ensuring the assignment of International Classifications of Diseases, tenth revision (ICD-10/PCS), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and Health Care Procedure Coding System (HCPCS), are accurate and supported by the clinical documentation of the respective medial record. Holding a senior coding position assumes primary responsibility for DRG validation/accuracy, primary role in assisting CDS and medical staff members with improving quality of clinical documentation. Participates in chart review projects as assigned and other duties as needed.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
Required qualifications:
1. Medical Graduate, PA or Nursing Graduate
2. Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
3. One (1) year of clinical experience in acute care setting
4. Thorough knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, DRG's, APC's, Severity Adjusted DRG's
5. Use of an encoder software product for code assignment in an acute care setting
6. Computer data entry with 10-key preferred, with accurate typing speed of 35 wpm
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
8. Excellent critical thinking skills
Pay Transparency
Prime Healthcare offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $28.00 to $43.40. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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