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How much do remote neurosurgery coder jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote neurosurgery coder in Denver, CO is $22.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.56 and $23.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote neurosurgery coder?

Remote Neurosurgery Coders are specialized medical coding professionals who review and assign standardized codes to neurosurgery medical records and procedures, all while working from a remote location. They ensure that records accurately reflect diagnoses and surgical procedures for billing and insurance purposes. These coders must have a deep understanding of neurosurgical terminology, anatomy, and procedural guidelines, as well as expertise in coding systems like ICD-10 and CPT. Typically, remote neurosurgery coders work for hospitals, clinics, or third-party coding firms, leveraging secure technology to access and code patient records.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote neurosurgery coder?

To thrive as a Remote Neurosurgery Coder, you need a solid understanding of neurosurgical terminology, anatomy, and medical coding systems like ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS, usually backed by a coding certification such as CPC, CCS, or CCA. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, coding software, and secure remote communication tools is essential. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently make someone stand out in this position. These skills ensure accurate coding, compliance with healthcare regulations, and maximized reimbursement for neurosurgery practices while maintaining data security in a remote setting.

What are some common challenges remote neurosurgery coders face, and how can they be managed?

Remote neurosurgery coders often encounter challenges such as interpreting complex operative notes, staying updated with frequent changes to neurosurgical coding guidelines, and ensuring secure communication with clinical teams. Maintaining accuracy requires strong attention to detail and a commitment to ongoing education. Building effective communication channels with surgeons and coding peers, as well as participating in regular training, can help address these challenges and foster a supportive remote work environment.

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Psychometrist - Neurosurgery

Aurora, CO • On-site, Remote


UCHealth Colorado Career
Health Care and Social Assistance • 5 - 10K employees

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

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$24.11 - $36.17/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Description

Strongly preferred: Fluent Spanish speaking skills

Location: UCHealth Anschutz Outpatient Pavilion - Aurora, CO

Department: Neurosurgery

Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Days 

Pay: 24.11 - 36.17 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience

This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option

Summary:
Administers psychological and neuropsychological tests to aid healthcare providers with diagnosing and treating patient conditions.

Responsibilities:
Administers and scores prescribed psychological testing, including cognitive, academic, neuropsychological, behavioral, personality, and emotional testing.
Observes, manages, and documents patient's behavior and condition throughout the testing process.
Enters testing/patient conditions and test results into patient records. Communicates results to patient's healthcare team.
May perform and/or assist with research. May perform scheduling, insurance verification, coding, billing, and reimbursement/collection activities.

Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements:

  • Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field. Preferred: Master's degree in Psychology or Clinical Social Work.
  • Required Licensure/Certification: None Required. Preferred: Certified as a Specialist in Psychometry (CSP) by The Board of Certified Psychometrists (BCP), and/or state licensure as a Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker, or Licensed Professional Counselor. Strongly preferred: Fluent Spanish speaking skills

Employees are our number one asset.

UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program. *

Recognition

  • Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
  • Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living. 
  • Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive. 

Health and well-being

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage.
  • Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
  • Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
  • Free Care.com membership.
  • Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
  • Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
  • Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
  • Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.

Retirement and savings

  • 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
  • Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
  • Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.

Education and career growth

  • UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
    • Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. 
    • Other programs may qualify for up to 10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to 5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement. 
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities. 
  • Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.

*Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours. 

We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives. 

UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.

UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.

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