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How much do remote ehr specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote ehr specialist in the United States is $53,925.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,000.00 and $60,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Remote EHR Specialist?

A Remote EHR Specialist is a professional who manages and supports electronic health records (EHR) systems for healthcare organizations while working from a remote location. Their responsibilities typically include data entry, maintaining patient records, troubleshooting technical issues, ensuring data accuracy, and training staff on EHR software. They play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity, security, and accessibility of patient health information, helping healthcare providers deliver efficient and compliant care.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a remote EHR specialist?

To thrive as a Remote EHR Specialist, you need a solid understanding of electronic health record (EHR) systems, healthcare data management, and typically a background in health information technology or a related field. Familiarity with major EHR software like Epic, Cerner, or Meditech, and certifications such as Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Certified EHR Specialist (CEHRS) are highly valued. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective remote communication skills set exceptional specialists apart. These competencies ensure accurate, secure handling of patient data and smooth support for healthcare providers in virtual environments.

What are common challenges faced by remote EHR specialists, and how can they be addressed?

Remote EHR Specialists often encounter challenges such as maintaining effective communication with on-site staff, ensuring data security while working remotely, and staying current with evolving EHR systems. To address these, it's important to establish regular check-ins with team members, follow strict cybersecurity protocols, and participate in ongoing training. Building strong relationships with both technical and clinical staff can also help facilitate smooth workflows and problem resolution.

What is the difference between Remote Ehr Specialist vs Remote Medical Coder?

AspectRemote Ehr SpecialistRemote Medical Coder
CertificationsHIM, RHIT, or RHIA preferredCertified Professional Coder (CPC), CCS, or CPC-H
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, insurance companies, remoteHospitals, clinics, insurance companies, remote
Industry UsageElectronic health record management, data entryMedical billing, coding, reimbursement
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Both Remote Ehr Specialists and Remote Medical Coders work in healthcare settings and often require similar certifications related to health information management. While Ehr Specialists focus on managing and maintaining electronic health records, Medical Coders specialize in translating medical procedures into billing codes. Both roles are commonly performed remotely and are essential in healthcare administration, making them frequently compared by job seekers in the industry.

More about Remote Ehr Specialist jobs
Infographic showing various Remote Ehr Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,925 per year, or $25.9 per hour.

Risk Adjustment Medical Record Retrieval Specialist

MetroPlusHealth

Manhattan, NY • Remote

$72K - $82K/yr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago


MetroPlusHealth rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

275th of 315 rated insurance


Job description

Position Overview

The Risk Adjustment Medical Record Retrieval Specialist will lead efforts to improve the retrieval of medical records for our risk adjustment program. You will establish and maintain contact with medical facilities and retrieval vendors to achieve success and accuracy in the retrieval or targeted medical records. You must have strong attention to detail and a knack for creating systems to store and organize records digitally. You will need to obtain access and retrieve records from a variety of digital platforms, including EHR systems and remote drop-boxes, as well as digital fax and e-mail. Strong communication skills are a must in order to maintain collaborative relationships with medical facilities and our retrieval vendors.

Scope of Role & Responsibilities

  • Establish and maintain ongoing contact with medical facilities. Triage issues at each facility in order to facilitate the retrieval of records.
  • Create systems or categorizing and organizing medical records for long-term digital storage.
  • Create and execute plans for specific retrieval projects, including identifying high-volume sites, setting retrieval goals and working with internal staff and external vendors to achieve retrieval goals.
  • Access various retrieval systems, including remote EHR systems, electronic drop-box and eFAX systems to retrieve and save medical records.
  • Use Health Information Technology (HIT) standards to identify proper chart types and valid encounters.
  • Use various data elements (incl. date of service, provider type, demographic information, etc) to validate provider visits. Work with facilities to request corrected medical records when necessary.
  • Coordinate the transmission of medical records across various partners while ensuring documentation integrity through the identification of gaps necessary for a complete chart review.
  • Use analytic software (i.e. Excel or MySQL) to analyze the results of retrieval projects – draw conclusions and insights from data to help inform the design of future projects.
  • Identifies acceptable stand-alone documentation and evaluates supporting or supplemental documentation used to validate risk adjustment diagnoses and findings. Reviews the documentation for chart deficiencies and completeness.

Required Education, Training & Professional Experience

  • Bachelor's degree required, preferably in health information administration (HIA) or health information technology (HIT); and three (3) years of experience working at a health plan or medical provider/facility.
  • Medical record technology or health information technology (HIT) program approved by a nationally accredited agency (e.g., AHIMA or CAHIIM) preferred.

Professional Compentencies 

  • Integrity and Trust
  • Customer Focus
  • Functional/Technical skills
  • Written/Oral Communication

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