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As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote medical data encoder in Columbia, SC is $54.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.70 and $63.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Medical Data Encoder vs Remote Medical Coder?

AspectRemote Medical Data EncoderRemote Medical Coder
CertificationsTypically AHIMA or AAPC certification, coding credentialsSame certifications, often AHIMA or AAPC
Work EnvironmentRemote, healthcare facilities, insurance companiesRemote, hospitals, clinics, insurance companies
Job FocusConverting medical records into coded data for databasesAssigning codes to diagnoses and procedures for billing
Industry UsageHealthcare, insurance, data managementHealthcare, billing, insurance claims

Both roles require similar certifications and work remotely within healthcare settings. The main difference is that Remote Medical Data Encoders focus on converting medical records into coded data for databases, while Remote Medical Coders assign codes directly for billing and insurance purposes. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers identify the best fit for their skills and career goals.

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Ambulatory Coder III, FT, Days, - Remote

Ambulatory Coder III, FT, Days, - Remote

Prisma Health

Columbia, SC • Remote

$17.25 - $22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life

Posted 9 days ago

Prisma Health rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 346 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

373rd of 889 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

Responsible for abstracting and validating CPT, ICD-10 and HCPCS codes for inpatient, outpatient and physician's office/clinic settings. Adheres to all coding and compliance guidelines. Maintains knowledge of coding/billing updates and payer specific coding guidelines. Serves as a subject matter expert for assigned specialty.

Essential Functions

  • All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

  • Abstracts/codes for assigned provider(s)/division(s) based on medical record documentation. Adheres to all coding and compliance guidelines.

  • Utilizes appropriate coding software and coding resources in order to determine correct codes.

  • Communicates billing related issues to assigned supervisor/manager and participates in meetings in order to improve overall billing, when applicable.

  • Follows departmental policies for charge corrections.

  • Participates in coding educational opportunities (webinars, in house training, etc.).

  • Provides feedback to providers in order to clarify and resolve coding concerns.

  • Resolves assigned pre-billing edits.

  • Assists in identifying areas that require additional training.

  • Mentors and assists in training other coders and new team members

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

  • This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.

Minimum Requirements

  • Education - High School diploma or equivalent or post-high school diploma / highest degree earned. Associate degree preferred

  • Experience - Five (5) years professional fee coding experience

In Lieu Of

  • NA

Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses

  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

  • Specialty Certification from AAPC that correlates with assigned specialty

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Maintain knowledge of governmental and commercial payer guidelines.

  • Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier)

  • Proficient computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, database

  • Data entry skills

  • Mathematical skills

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Location

Colonial Life Building

Facility

7001 Corporate

Department

70019178 Medical Group Coding & Education Services

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