Coder II
Rocky Mount, NC · On-site +1
Assigns ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 diagnosis and procedure codes to IP and/or OP accounts/Applies CPT ... Remote Work Schedule: Day Job Location of Job: NASH HC Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No Qualified ...
Rocky Mount, NC · On-site +1
Assigns ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 diagnosis and procedure codes to IP and/or OP accounts/Applies CPT ... Remote Work Schedule: Day Job Location of Job: NASH HC Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No Qualified ...
Rocky Mount, NC · On-site +1
Assigns ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 diagnosis and procedure codes to IP and/or OP accounts/Applies CPT ... Remote Work Schedule: Day Job Location of Job: NASH HC Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No Qualified ...
Wilson, NC · On-site +1
This position is eligible to be fully remote or for work out of our Lexington, KY HQ or our ... Sound understanding of construction methods and terminology, building codes, and industry standards
Wilson, NC · On-site +1
This position is eligible to be fully remote or for work out of our Lexington, KY HQ or our ... Sound understanding of construction methods and terminology, building codes, and industry standards
$17.66 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$15.29 - $17.71
26% of jobs
$17.71 - $20.13
9% of jobs
$20.13 - $22.55
12% of jobs
The median wage is $23.76 / hr.
$22.55 - $24.98
9% of jobs
$24.98 - $27.40
11% of jobs
$27.40 - $29.82
5% of jobs
$31.64 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$29.82 - $32.24
6% of jobs
$32.24 - $34.66
5% of jobs
$34.66 - $37.08
5% of jobs
$37.08 - $39.51
3% of jobs
$39.51 - $41.93
10% of jobs
$15
$26
$41
| Aspect | Remote Coder | Medical Biller |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Certification in medical coding (e.g., CPC) | Certification in medical billing or coding (e.g., CPC, CPC-A) |
| Work Environment | Remote or in healthcare facilities | Remote or in healthcare offices |
| Industry Usage | Healthcare, insurance companies, hospitals | Healthcare providers, billing companies, hospitals |
| Job Focus | Assigning codes for diagnoses and procedures | Processing insurance claims and payments |
Remote Coders primarily focus on reviewing medical records and assigning appropriate codes for billing and documentation, while Medical Billers handle submitting claims and following up on payments. Both roles often require similar certifications and can be performed remotely, but their core responsibilities differ within the healthcare revenue cycle.
Remote medical coders handle patient information to ensure their medical services are billed properly to their insurance company. This administrative position is sometimes referred to as medical records technicians or health information technicians. Unlike coders who work in the office, remote medical coders work from home or another location outside of the office. Remote medical coders collect, research, and file patient medical information. As a remote medical coder, your primary responsibilities include making sure that all the data in a patient’s record is accurate and up-to-date, organizing patient data within multiple databases, and using medical codes to determine reimbursement for insurance billing purposes.

Description
Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.
UNC Health Nash, an affiliated member of the UNC Health system, invites passionate healthcare professionals to join our esteemed team. Governed locally, we proudly serve a diverse patient base, spanning Nash, Edgecombe, Halifax, Wilson Counties, and beyond. With a steadfast commitment to elevating community health through exceptional care, we prioritize excellence, compassion, and innovation, ensuring every individual receives the highest standard of support. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of our dedication to wellness, where we constantly strive to redefine excellence in healthcare through state-of-the-art facilities and pioneering programs. Join us in this transformative journey, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on our community's health and wellbeing.
Summary:
Responsible for capturing data from medical records for the purpose of reimbursement, statistics, research/studies, resource allocation and benchmarking, as well as works daily with the CDI Auditors, provides education and is part of the Clinical Documentation Improvement Team (CDI).
Responsibilities:
1.Assigns ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 diagnosis and procedure codes to IP and/or OP accounts/Applies CPT codes to outpatient accounts.
2.Is a member of the CDI team and works closely with the CDI auditors to obtain clinical documentation to support appropriate reimbursement as well as increase the severity of illness.
3.Operates equipment and maintains work areas.
4.Acquires age-specific knowledge necessary to provide appropriate level of service and communications.
5.Takes an active role in self-development.
6.Other duties and responsibilities as needed.
Other information:
Education Requirements:
Associate in healthcare, Health Information Technology or Associates in Nursing LPN or RN.
Graduate from Health Information Technology is preferred.
Licensure/Certifications:
RHIT, RHIA and/or CCS AHIMA approved.
Professional Experience Requirements:
3 years of experience in Healthcare/Medical - Medical Coder .
Experience in ICD-9 and ICD-10.
Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals
Entity: Nash UNC Health Care
Organization Unit: NGH Health Information Management
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Assignment Type: Remote
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: NASH HC
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
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