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Coord Quality Coding

Denver, CO · Remote

$33.82 - $50.73/hr

Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience This position is 100% remote. Eligible out-of ... Ability to learn and apply coding and auditing expertise to a variety of medical and surgical ...

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Director, US Field Market Access

Denver, CO · Remote

... coding practices, communicating economic value propositions and troubleshooting reimbursement ... US Remote with preference for candidates located in the Western half of the US and the Midwest ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote surgical coder in Colorado is $20.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.94 and $21.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote surgical coder?

A Remote Surgical Coder reviews and assigns medical codes to surgical procedures, diagnoses, and services based on clinical documentation. They ensure coding accuracy and compliance with healthcare regulations, such as ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS. This role is performed remotely, allowing coders to work from home while collaborating with healthcare providers to maintain proper billing and reimbursement. Strong attention to detail, knowledge of medical terminology, and certified coding credentials (such as CPC or CCS) are typically required.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a remote surgical coder?

A Remote Surgical Coder is responsible for reviewing operative reports, assigning accurate codes to surgical procedures, and ensuring all documentation meets compliance standards. You’ll work primarily with electronic health records and coding software, communicating with surgeons and billing teams to clarify documentation when needed. Many coders manage their work independently but also participate in virtual team meetings and quality audits. Staying current with updates in coding guidelines and participating in regular continuing education are also important aspects of the role.

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

Remote Surgical Coders need a thorough understanding of surgical procedures, medical terminology, anatomy, and CPT/ICD-10/HCPCS coding systems, usually acquired through specialized training or certification (such as CCS or CPC). Experience with electronic health records (EHRs), medical billing software, and coding auditing tools is typically required. Excellent time management, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help remote coders collaborate effectively and ensure coding accuracy. Mastery of these skills ensures proper reimbursement, compliance with regulations, and contributes to the efficient operation of healthcare organizations.

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Revenue Cycle Coder Lead-Inpatient Coding

CommonSpirit Health

Englewood, CO • Remote

$34 - $56.10/hr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

CommonSpirit Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 530 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

416th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description


Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Lead Inpatient Coder, you will be a cornerstone of our medical coding department, providing essential leadership and strategic direction for our inpatient coding team. You will be instrumental in driving coding accuracy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimizing revenue cycle performance for complex medical cases, making a direct impact on our healthcare data integrity and financial health.

Every day you will provide expert technical guidance, conduct comprehensive quality oversight, and perform complex coding audits. You will actively collaborate with clinical and revenue cycle teams to enhance documentation and streamline processes. A significant part of your role involves mentoring, training, and fostering the professional growth of coding staff, ensuring adherence to the highest coding standards and best practices.

To be successful in this role, you will possess advanced inpatient coding credentials (e.g., CCS, RHIA, RHIT), extensive experience with DRG methodologies, and a deep understanding of official coding guidelines. You must demonstrate exceptional leadership, communication, and analytical skills, with a passion for quality improvement and team development in health information management (HIM).

  • Lead and mentor a team of inpatient coders, serving as the primary point of contact for guidance, support, and complex issue resolution.
  • Apply expert-level coding knowledge to accurately assign and validate ICD-10-CM/PCS codes and MS-DRGs for complex inpatient cases.
  • Ensure coding quality and compliance through routine reviews, identification of trends, and support of internal and external audit activities.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with CDI, Quality, Case Management, and Revenue Integrity teams to resolve documentation and coding discrepancies.
  • Drive continuous improvement by providing one-on-one feedback, developing educational materials, and promoting best practices among coders.
  • Contribute to operational efficiency by tracking productivity, reporting quality trends, and supporting process optimization initiatives.
Job Requirements

Required:

RHIT or RHIA certification.
Associate's degree in health information management or related field.
3-5 years of inpatient facility coding experience in an acute-care hospital setting.
Advanced knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS, MS-DRGs, UHDDS, and Official Coding Guidelines.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Proficiency with encoder and EMR systems.
Ability to provide constructive feedback and coach peers effectively.


Preferred:

CCS certification.
Bachelor's degree.
Prior experience as a lead, mentor, trainer, or auditor.
Experience with complex surgical cases and high-acuity medical records.
Prior inpatient coding audit or CDI collaboration experience.
Experience supporting remote or vendor-based coding teams.
Familiarity with productivity standards, DNFC management, and revenue cycle metrics.

Where You'll Work

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.

Qualifications:

Required:

RHIT or RHIA certification.
Associate's degree in health information management or related field.
3-5 years of inpatient facility coding experience in an acute-care hospital setting.
Advanced knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS, MS-DRGs, UHDDS, and Official Coding Guidelines.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Proficiency with encoder and EMR systems.
Ability to provide constructive feedback and coach peers effectively.


Preferred:

CCS certification.
Bachelor's degree.
Prior experience as a lead, mentor, trainer, or auditor.
Experience with complex surgical cases and high-acuity medical records.
Prior inpatient coding audit or CDI collaboration experience.
Experience supporting remote or vendor-based coding teams.
Familiarity with productivity standards, DNFC management, and revenue cycle metrics.

Employment Type: Full Time

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