Salary Range
$36,000 – $65,000
Job Outlook
7% growth through 2032
Education
Associate's degree or certificate in Health Information Technology
Work Settings
Remote, Hybrid, Onsite
About This Career
Medical Coders translate healthcare diagnoses, procedures, and services into standardized codes (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS) used for billing, insurance claims, and medical record-keeping.
Top Skills
ICD-10-CM codingCPT codingMedical terminologyAnatomy knowledgeEHR systemsAttention to detail
Typical Responsibilities
- Assign diagnosis and procedure codes
- Review clinical documentation for accuracy
- Ensure coding compliance with regulations
- Process insurance claims
- Query physicians for documentation clarification
- Stay current on coding updates
Common Certifications
✓ CPC (AAPC)✓ CCS (AHIMA)✓ RHIT✓ CCA
Career Progression
1
Entry-Level Coder
0-2 years experience
2
Medical Coder
2-5 years experience
3
Senior Coder / Auditor
5-10 years experience
4
Coding Manager
10+ years experience
ATS Keywords to Include in Your Resume
ICD-10CPTCPCmedical codingHIPAA compliancerevenue cycleclinical documentation
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Hiring Industries
HospitalsPhysician OfficesInsurance CompaniesRevenue Cycle CompaniesRemote Coding Services
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