Medical Records Coding Specialist Salary in Wartburg, TN

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How much does a Medical Records Coding Specialist make in Wartburg, TN? The average Medical Records Coding Specialist salary in Wartburg, TN is $42,238 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $37,957 and $47,421. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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What is a Medical Records Coding Specialist?

A Medical Records Coding Specialist is responsible for reviewing and analyzing medical records to assign appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes for billing and reimbursement purposes. They ensure that all codes are accurately assigned according to established guidelines and regulations, and they may also be responsible for abstracting and entering patient information into electronic health records. Additionally, they may collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and ensure accurate coding. This role requires a strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology, as well as proficiency in coding systems such as ICD-10 and CPT. Accuracy, attention to detail, and adherence to confidentiality and compliance standards are essential in this role.

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ASC Facility Coding Specialist - REMOTE

Quadris Team LLC - Queen Creek , AZ

The Coding Specialist is responsible for timely, accurate and comprehensive abstraction of ... Utilizes technical coding expertise to review the medical record thoroughly, utilizing all ...

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Coding Specialist

Rebound Orthopedics & Neurosurgery - Vancouver , WA

Ability to prepare records in accordance with detailed instructions. * Ability to communicate ... Medical/Vision/Rx (paid at 100% for employee) * Dental (paid at 100% for employee) * 401(K) ...

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Medical Office Billing and Coding Specialist

Douglas H.C.L. Chin, M.D at East Bay Plastic Surgery - Walnut Creek , CA

... Medical Blling and Coding . We are a small office so you will be helping with many different ... Other responsibilities include supervising the creation of electronic health records, which are ...

ZipRecruiter - 50 days ago

Coding Specialist

Balance Health - Concord , CA

Determine and assess patient records, review accounts receivable activities, and collect payment ... Provide support to medical providers and practice specialists as appropriate regarding coding ...

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Hospital Coding Specialist (FT) Remote

Weiser Memorial Hospital - Weiser , ID

Utilizes coding principles to assign appropriate ICD-10 CM diagnosis and ICD-10 CM/CPT4procedures ... medical record requirements preferred.

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Coding / Billing Specialist

Mendocino Community Health Clinic - Ukiah , CA

The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of medical terminology, coding (ICD-10, CPT ... claims, recording payments, addressing billing inquiries, and collecting payments from patients

ZipRecruiter - 4 days ago

What does a Medical Records Coding Specialist do?

Common responsibilities of a Medical Records Coding Specialist

Educate healthcare providers and staff on coding guidelines and documentation requirements.

September 13, 2023

Stay up-to-date on coding guidelines and regulations to ensure compliance with industry standards.

September 14, 2023

Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in handling medical records.

September 29, 2023

Communicate with healthcare providers to clarify diagnoses and procedures for accurate coding.

October 04, 2023

Assign diagnostic and procedural codes to patient records for reimbursement and data analysis purposes.

October 12, 2023

Review and analyze medical records to ensure accuracy and completeness of coding.

October 20, 2023

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and complete documentation of patient care.

October 29, 2023

Participate in coding audits and quality assurance activities to maintain coding accuracy.

October 30, 2023

Use electronic health record systems and coding software to input and retrieve patient information.

November 07, 2023

Abstract and compile data from medical records for research, quality improvement, and statistical reporting.

November 17, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Medical Records Coding Specialist in Wartburg, TN

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37957

47421

42238

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

38063

47498

42313

What is the average salary for Medical Records Coding Specialist in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Medical Records Coding Specialist in Wartburg, TN. The base salary for Medical Records Coding Specialist ranges from $37,957 to $47,421 with the average base salary of $42,238. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $38,063 to $47,498 with the average total cash compensation of $42,313.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$42,238	$37,957 - $47,421
Bonus	$75	$106 - $77
Total Pay	$42,313	$38,063 - $47,498

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Medical Records Coding Specialist Salary Near Wartburg, TN

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Wartburg, TN
CITY, STATE Knoxville, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,270 - $47,812	COMPARE TO Wartburg, TN
CITY, STATE Chattanooga, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $37,606 - $46,983	COMPARE TO Wartburg, TN
CITY, STATE Murfreesboro, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,597 - $48,220	COMPARE TO Wartburg, TN
CITY, STATE Richmond, KY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,729 - $48,386	COMPARE TO Wartburg, TN
CITY, STATE Hendersonville, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,830 - $48,512	COMPARE TO Wartburg, TN
CITY, STATE Asheville, NC	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,342 - $47,902	COMPARE TO Wartburg, TN

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About Wartburg, Tennessee

Wartburg is a city in Morgan County, Tennessee, United States. The population was 918 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Morgan County. Wartburg is located at 36°6′15″N 84°35′31″W / 36.10417°N 84.59194°W / 36.10417; -84.59194 (36.104244, -84.591817). The city is situated amidst the Crab Orchard Mountains, a sub-range of the Cumberland Mountains, near the eastern edge of the Cumberland Plateau. Bird Mountain dominates the area east of Wartburg, rising from its base at the edge of the city and stretching for some 10 miles (16 km) to its 3,142-foot (958 m) summit at Frozen Head Sta...

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