Hourly Wage for Clinical Coding Specialist III Salary in the United States

The Clinical Coding Specialist III assigns required DRG (diagnosis-related grouping) codes. Abstracts clinical information from medical records and assigns the appropriate ICD or CPT codes using industry-standard coding guidelines. Being a Clinical Coding Specialist III performs quality audits of work. Works with coding databases and software to input and maintain data according to standard procedures. In addition, Clinical Coding Specialist III maintains and up-to-date knowledge of coding and documentation requirements. Requires a medical coding certification. The exact type of coding certification may vary based on the clinical setting or a medical specialty focus. May require an associate degree. The AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification is typically required. The Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification is also a typical requirement. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a Clinical Coding Specialist III works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Working as a Clinical Coding Specialist III typically requires 3-5 years of related experience, or may need 2 years experience with additional specialized training and/or certification. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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