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Remote Inpatient Medical Coder Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Medical Coder - Remote

Chicago, IL · Remote

$50 - $80/hr

Medical Coder Job Type: Contractor Location: Remote Job Overview We are seeking experienced Medical Coders to contribute their healthcare coding expertise to an innovative project focused on ...

Medical Coder III (hybrid)

Skokie, IL · On-site +1

$26.61 - $39.92/hr

Hybrid - Skokie, IL and remote * Full Time/Part Time: Full-time (40 hours per week) * Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm What you will do: * Assign accurate diagnostic (ICD-10-CM) and procedural ...

Abstractor/Coder I

Burr Ridge, IL · On-site +1

$18.50 - $24.75/hr

Department BSD UCP - Professional Billing Coding - Medical Specialty About the Department The ... Track physicians on inpatient service and ensure charges are captured for services provided.

Physician Practice Coder Oncology

Banner, IL · Remote

$18 - $24/hr

REMOTE, Banner provides equipment Schedule: Full time; Training 8am-5pm AZ time. Flexible ... Consults with medical providers to clarify missing or inadequate record information and to ...

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How much do remote inpatient medical coder jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote inpatient medical coder in Illinois is $20.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.45 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote inpatient medical coder?

Remote Inpatient Medical Coders are healthcare professionals who review and analyze patient medical records from hospital stays to assign the appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes. These coders work from home or another offsite location, ensuring that the hospital receives proper reimbursement from insurance companies. They must be knowledgeable about medical terminology, coding systems like ICD-10-CM and PCS, and compliance regulations. Their work is essential for accurate billing, maintaining patient data integrity, and supporting healthcare operations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a remote inpatient medical coder?

To thrive as a Remote Inpatient Medical Coder, you need expertise in ICD-10-CM/PCS coding, a thorough understanding of medical records, and a certification such as CCS or RHIT/RHIA. Familiarity with coding software, electronic health record (EHR) systems, and encoder tools is typically required. Strong attention to detail, time management, and the ability to communicate clearly with healthcare teams are vital soft skills. These capabilities ensure accurate billing, regulatory compliance, and efficiency in a remote work environment.

What are common challenges faced by remote inpatient medical coders, and how can they be addressed?

Remote inpatient medical coders often face challenges such as staying updated on coding guidelines, managing distractions in a home environment, and maintaining clear communication with healthcare teams. To address these, it’s important to regularly participate in continuing education, set up a dedicated and distraction-free workspace, and use secure communication tools to stay connected with supervisors and colleagues. Proactively seeking feedback and collaborating with other coders can also help ensure accuracy and ongoing professional development.

What is the difference between Remote Inpatient Medical Coder vs Remote Outpatient Medical Coder?

AspectRemote Inpatient Medical CoderRemote Outpatient Medical Coder
CertificationsAHIMA CCS or RHIT, CPCAHIMA CCS or RHIT, CPC
Work EnvironmentHospitals, inpatient facilitiesClinics, outpatient facilities
Industry UsageUsed in inpatient hospital codingUsed in outpatient clinic coding
Job FocusInpatient records, hospital staysOutpatient visits, outpatient procedures

Remote Inpatient Medical Coders specialize in coding hospital inpatient records, requiring knowledge of inpatient procedures and diagnoses. Remote Outpatient Medical Coders focus on outpatient visits, emphasizing outpatient services and outpatient-specific coding. Both roles require similar certifications but differ mainly in work environment and record types.

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Infographic showing various Remote Inpatient Medical Coder job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,338 per year, or $20.8 per hour.

Certified Inpatient/Outpatient Medical Coder - Remote

Jamison Professional Services, Inc. (Jamison)

North Chicago, IL • On-site, Remote

$21.75 - $29.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

Jamison Professional Services, Inc. ("Jamison") is currently seeking a qualified and motivated candidate for the position of Certified Inpatient/Outpatient Medical Coder.
Job Title: Certified Inpatient/Outpatient Medical Coder (Medical Records Technician)

Candidates must hold at least one current certification from AHIMA or AAPC, including:
  • Registered Health Information Technician - RHIT
  • Certified Coding Specialist - CCS
  • Certified Coding Specialist-Physician Based - CCS-P
  • Registered Health Information Administrator - RHIA
  • Certified Professional Coder - CPC

Candidates must provide documentation verifying their current certification.
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:
The Medical Records Technicians - Inpatient/Outpatient Coders will provide remote medical coding services in support of a federal healthcare client. The selected candidates will perform inpatient and outpatient medical records coding, coding validation, documentation review, provider queries, and related health information management functions. The work will support a large federal healthcare facility serving inpatient, outpatient, surgical, and specialty-care populations.
Responsibilities:
Review complete electronic medical records for coding completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
Review operative reports, anesthesia records, progress notes, discharge summaries, diagnostic reports, and other supporting documentation.
Identify and assign appropriate principal and secondary diagnoses and procedures.
Apply ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, HCPCS, Evaluation and Management, and other applicable coding standards.
Ensure diagnoses and procedures are properly documented, coded, and sequenced.
Identify complications, comorbid conditions, present-on-admission indicators, CC/MCC conditions, and other factors affecting reimbursement and reporting.
Review inpatient and outpatient records across a wide range of medical specialties.
Determine appropriate codes for routine, complex, new, or unusual diagnoses and procedures.
Review documentation for multiple procedures, staged procedures, revisions, returns to the operating room, and device replacements.
Apply MS-DRG logic and coding conventions to inpatient cases.
Clarify and correct provider coding when necessary.
Prepare compliant physician or clinician queries when documentation is conflicting, incomplete, or ambiguous. Communicate with providers through approved encrypted email and Government systems.
Coordinate with Clinical Documentation Integrity personnel, medical claims personnel, Government auditors, and other healthcare team members.
Maintain accurate diagnostic and procedural information used for clinical, statistical, billing, and reimbursement purposes.
Complete assigned coding activities with at least 95% accuracy.
Participate in audits, scheduled and unscheduled reviews, performance monitoring, corrective actions, and retraining when required.
Provide reports and briefings to designated Government representatives as requested.
Maintain current knowledge of CMS, VA, VHA, HIPAA, coding, billing, and regulatory requirements.
Protect patient information and comply with all privacy, cybersecurity, and information-security requirements.
REQUIRED AND DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must meet all the following requirements:
  • United States citizenship.
  • Proficiency in spoken and written English.
  • At least three years of continuous medical coding experience.
  • Coding experience in a hospital or healthcare facility with a large and diverse patient population.
  • Demonstrated inpatient and outpatient medical coding experience.
  • Ability to review and code complex medical, surgical, diagnostic, and procedural records.
  • knowledge of Oracle Cerner, 3M/Solventum, ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, E/M, and HCPCS

Location: This is an off-site, remote position using Government-approved remote-access methods.
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Central Standard Time
Clearance Level Required: Employment is contingent upon successfully completing any required background checks, in accordance with applicable law.
JAMISON CORPORATE OVERVIEW:
Jamison Professional Services, Inc. (Jamison) is a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) headquartered in metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia. We specialize in providing professional management, administrative, healthcare, court reporters and transcriptionist experts, and document/ record and telehealth operational support solutions to U.S. Government, State, and commercial clients. Jamison is a nationwide professional staff augmentation company, that helps commercial clients and government agencies expand their talent acquisition reach by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to be successful.
Jamison offers a wide range of employment opportunities in the commercial and government sectors. We seek employees who share our values of service excellence, integrity, and professionalism.
Jamison affords equal employment opportunity to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Our employees, as well as applicants and others with whom we do business, will not be subjected to sexual, racial, religious, ethnic, or any other form of unlawful harassment and/or discrimination. In addition, Jamison adheres to the equal employment opportunity requirements of all states and localities in which it does business.
Jamison's commitment to equal opportunity is applied through every aspect of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, placement, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, termination, and all other matters of employment.
Applicants may be required to successfully complete an online assessment to determine qualifications for positions requiring specific skills.
All applications must be submitted through our application system at: https://www.jps-online.com/apply-now/