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Corvel

Care Advocate Nurse

West Des Moines, IA · Remote

$61K - $98K/yr

... medical data in CareMC, validates and secures medical information, assesses and evaluates ... This is a remote role. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: * Initiates and receives telephonic ...

TEKsystems

Sr. AWS Data Engineer

Des Moines, IA · Remote

$65 - $75/hr

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical ... remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026. About ...

MCI Careers

Remote Accountant

Iowa, IA · On-site +1

Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial data, making necessary corrections and ... Health Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision ...

MCI Careers

Remote Accountant

Iowa, IA · On-site +1

Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial data, making necessary corrections and ... Health Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision ...

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As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote medical data encoder in Des Moines, IA is $57.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51.39 and $66.63 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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Infographic showing various Remote Medical Data Encoder job openings in Des Moines, IA as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 14% Full Time, 57% Part Time, 13% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 13% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,182 per year, or $57.3 per hour.

Inpatient/Outpatient Medical Coders - Remote

Des Moines, IA • Remote

Posterity Group LLC
Health Care and Social Assistance • 51 - 200 employees
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$18.25 - $23.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Description

Posterity Group LLC is a veteran owned, service-disabled small business, headquartered in Rockville, MD, that specializes in federal government contracting and staffing. We are tasked with staffing VA Central Iowa Healthcare System (VACIHCS) with In/Outpatient Remote Medical Coders. The Medical Coder is expected to do the following: 

  • Accurately attaching images to the appropriate electronic health record elements.
  • Verifying that images are uploaded correctly and are legible for viewing.
  • Locating Financial Identification Numbers (FINs) and accurately linking documents to the correct veteran record.
  • Indexing documents within the correct section, note title, date of service, and visit location.
  • Performing 100% internal QA on all work before submission. 


Requirements

  • Knowledge and understanding of medical clinics and clinical documentation.
  • Ability to locate Financial Identification Numbers (FINs) and accurately link documents to the correct veteran record in Cerner/Oracle.
  • Ability to index documents within the correct section, note title, date of service, and visit location of the health record.
  • Ability to verify that images are uploaded correctly and are legible for viewing.
  • Data entry skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Knowledge of computers, specifically Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
  • Prior experience with Cerner/Oracle or comparable EHR document management systems preferred. 
  • Active coding credential (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CPC, or equivalent) required. 
  • Prior experience with VA or federal healthcare coding strongly preferred.  
  • At least 3 years of relevant experience 

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