How much does a Medical Coding make in the United States?

Supervises and trains a team of medical coders to ensure medical records are coded with accuracy and completeness. Ensures medical records coding operations follow the latest guidelines and compliance standards. Maintains required documentation and confidentiality of patient records. Implements processes for coding operations that support the needs of other healthcare partners. Develops and maintains up-to-date knowledge of the latest ICD and CPT coding versions and ensures coders receive updates and training on classification or guideline changes. Is a certified medical coder and the exact type of coding certification may vary based on the clinical setting or a medical specialty focus. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, a related field, or equivalent. Depending on the setting typically requires the Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification. May additionally have the Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes. View Medical Records Coding Manager Salary

Audits medical records to verify coding of ICD or CPT codes following industry-standard coding guidelines. Documents audit findings with details on appropriate coding guideline references and error rates. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of coding and documentation requirements and offers guidance and interpretation. Reviews insurance payment and billing denial data to identify and recommend coding practice changes. May present coding training or updates to staff members. Requires a medical coding certification. May require a bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or a related field. May require Certified Coding Specialist (CCS). Requires CPC (Certified Professional Coder). Typically reports to a manager. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Typically requires 4-7 years of related experience. View Medical Records Coding Compliance Specialist Salary

Abstracts clinical information from medical records and assigns the appropriate ICD or CPT codes using industry-standard coding guidelines. Assigns required DRG (diagnosis-related grouping) codes. Works with coding databases and software to input and maintain data according to standard procedures. Performs quality audits of work. Maintains and up-to-date knowledge of coding and documentation requirements. Does not require a medical coding certification. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. View Medical Records Coding Technician I Salary

Manages clinical trials and associated research activities for medical product development. Leads study design and execution and the collection and reporting of study data. Advises on and ensures adherence to clinical protocols. Recruits and negotiates fees with clinical investigators. Coordinates regulatory report submissions, monitors compliance, and concludes studies. May require an advanced degree. Typically reports to a director. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. View Medical Affairs Manager Salary

Coordinates and administers clinical trials and research activities for medical product development. Recruits investigators, negotiates study details, and oversees human trials. Coordinates regulatory report submissions, monitors compliance, and concludes studies. May require an advanced degree. Typically reports to a manager. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Typically requires 4-7 years of related experience. View Medical Affairs Specialist III Salary