How much does a Medical Coder make in Tennessee? The average Medical Coder salary in Tennessee is $50,905 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $44,771 and $58,478. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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Medical Coder Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Medical Coder Salary $39,187 TN March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Medical Coder Salary $44,771 TN March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Medical Coder Salary $50,905 TN March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Medical Coder Salary $58,478 TN March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Medical Coder Salary $65,373 TN March 26, 2024
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Medical Coder II, Certified

Southern Pro Staffing - Clackamas, OR

What is a Medical Coder ?

A clinical coder - also known as clinical coding officer, diagnostic coder, medical coder, nosologist or medical records technician - is a health information professional whose main duties are to analyse clinical statements and assign standard codes using a classification system. The data produced are an integral part of health information management, and are used by local and national governments, private healthcare organizations and international agencies for various purposes, including medical and health services research, epidemiological studies, health resource allocation, case mix manag...

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Adams, TN Avg. Salary $49,476 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adamsville, TN Avg. Salary $46,947 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Afton, TN Avg. Salary $48,376 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, TN Avg. Salary $51,125 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alcoa, TN Avg. Salary $50,410 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alexandria, TN Avg. Salary $51,400 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allardt, TN Avg. Salary $50,026 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allons, TN Avg. Salary $50,740 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allred, TN Avg. Salary $50,026 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alpine, TN Avg. Salary $50,026 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Job Openings for Medical Coder in Tennessee
IntePros - Philadelphia , PA
We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Certified Medical Coder to join our team. As a Certified Medical Coder, you will be responsible for accurately assigning appropriate medical codes to diagnoses, procedures, and services performed by healthcare providers. This role requires proficiency in Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS), and International Classification of Diseases (ICD) coding systems. Key Responsibilities: Reviewing medical records and clinical documentation to accurately assign appropriate medical codes. Ensuring compliance with coding guidelines and regulations established by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other regulatory bodies. Applying knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and disease processes to assign accurate codes. Utilizing coding software and electronic health record (EHR) systems proficiently to abstract and assign codes. Communicating effectively with healthcar
- 1 day ago
Atlantic Health System - Morristown , NJ
The medical coder, under the supervision of Manager of AMG (Atlantic Medical Group, our physician practices) Revenue Cycle, will play a key role in supporting the billing office operations. Addresses inquiries from the CBO team regarding the billing, coding, and claims submission process as it relates to coding rules and payer requirements. Knowledge of CPT, ICD10, and HCPCS coding Knowledge of Medical Terminology & Anatomy Identify ICD 10 Codes as appropriate per CCI Guidelines Ability to process charges through the electronic health record Ability to work denials through multiple systems Ability to explain the differences between correct coding and payer requirements Ensures claims are submitted proper and timely by the provider and include the necessary modifiers and units Ability to differentiate place of service between inpatient, outpatient, and observation Identify coding trends for education and reports to Supervisor Identifies trends with insurance related issues and reports t
- 1 day ago
Maricopa Integrated Health System - Phoenix , AZ
This position can be worked from a remote location. # As a Valleywise Health Outpatient Medical Coder, you will join a diverse, caring team that is always learning and growing due to the wide array of types of coding that we do. In this role, you#ll assign ICD-10-CM/CPT codes based on the provider#s documentation in our primary care and specialty clinics and ED, OBS, and Surgery departments. This remote opportunity allows you to collaborate with peers and HIMs leadership to help provide solutions to improve the workflow. Not only are we looking to you to bring your certification skills, but we also make the work easy by providing a dedicated Coding Educator, providing you with the tools to be successful, and making finding and understanding Valleywise Health#s coding guidelines and workflows easy by storing all our information in one location. # Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued, and a range of benefits and rewards are available t
- 1 day ago
Bernard Nickels & Associates - Roslyn , NY
Job Title: Medical Coder Type: Perm Location: Roslyn NY - 100% onsite Salary: $60,000 General Summary: Responsible for the timely reporting to NYS Department of Health and National Practitioner Data Bank, as well as the accuracy of the database involving the coding of these forms and other assigned clerical tasks. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Assign appropriate ICD-9 and ICD-10 injury and diagnosis codes to claim files Report new files to NYS Department of Health with appropriate ICD-9 and ICD-10 codes and any additional information Complete necessary DOH reporting updates for all open files Prepare final DOH report for all closed files Responsible for reporting to claims management periodic updates on regulatory reporting Understanding of CMS/Medicare liens and reporting requirements Responsible for maintaining current knowledge and requirements of Department of Health and National Practitioner Data Bank policies, procedures, and programs Responsible for processing National Pr
- 1 day ago
Medasource - Frankfort , KY
Public Health Medical Coder 6-month Contract to Hire Hybrid - travel required Description Our client is seeking a Resource Management Analyst III for our Local Health Operations (LHO) branch. This position will serve as the lead medical coding specialist. It will also interact with all 120 counties in the state of Kentucky and build relationships with those that work in the Local Health Departments (LHDs) in the state. This position will perform medical coding audits, keep all coding information in the system up to date and provide coding training to all health departments. You will also assist with User Meetings, system security requests and process service fee overrides. Responsibilities and Duties: Answer Coding Questions. Create a yearly coding training. Serve as back up to system security. Perform Onsite Coding Compliance Reviews. Assist with Yearly User Meetings. Update DPH Administrative Reference (AR). Prepare reports. Perform Other Duties as Assigned. The ideal Candidate will
- 2 days ago
University of Maryland Medical Center Baltimore Washington - Towson , MD
Job Description The Medical Coder is responsible for properly coding documentation for appropriate reimbursement. Sequences codes with an eye towards compliance and optimal reimbursement. As a Medical Coder you will: * VERIFY AND ASSIGNS CODES TO DIAGNOSES AND PROCEDURES ACCORDING TO ICD-10 CM, CPT AND INTERNAL CODING GUIDELINES WITH A HIGH DEGREE OF ACCURACY: Contacts physicians and other healthcare providers to clarify diagnoses and procedures. Sequence codes accurately for optimal reimbursement. Provides education to physicians and ancillary staff on appropriate documentation needs for coding. * EDUCATION AND INSERVICES: Participates in coding in-services and other programs to ensure skills are fresh and up[1]to-date. * ENSURES QUALITY AND QUANTITY OF WORK IN ORDER TO MEET PRODUCTIVITY STANDARDS: Ensures accurate interpretation of medical records to complete daily medical coding for primary care charges and specialist charges are accurate and in compliance with all federal, state an
- 5 days ago

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