Coder Jobs in Massachusetts
Coder jobs in Massachusetts are concentrated in Boston, Worcester, and Springfield, where major health systems such as Mass General Brigham, UMass Memorial Health, and Boston Medical Center drive consistent demand for professional coders. The most sought-after specialties in the state are inpatient facility coding, outpatient professional fee coding, and risk adjustment coding, reflecting Massachusetts's dense concentration of academic medical centers and specialty practices. Openings range from entry-level coding associates to senior auditors and coding compliance leads. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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See related jobsHours: Up to 30 hours per week. Assistance needed for month end, vacation coverage, etc. Flexibility with start/end time. Weekend coverage strongly preferred.
Location: 100% remote.
Requirements: Virtual orientation held on your start date (Monday, 8:30-5). Ability to conduct training during the hours of 6 AM to 6 PM (EST) M-F.
Job Overview
This position reviews medical records to assure accurate specificity of diagnoses and procedures for inpatient admissions. Effectively utilizes ICD-10 CM and PCS codes according to coding guidelines. Communicates effectively with providers and/or all appropriate staff regarding missing information such as diagnosis, procedure, and documentation issues, to ensure proper coding and reimbursement. Manages the creation of deficiencies, within Epic, for missing documentation. Works with leadership to review denial reports as well as participating in internal and external audits to ensure documentation, code capture, and billing are accurate and precise. Informs supervisor of unusual/problematic accounts, issues, concerns, and opportunities for improvement. Attends meetings and education sessions as requested with participation. Performs any other related duties as assigned.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).
3. Three (3) years of ICD-10-CM and PCS coding experience
4. EMR experience
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Associates degree.
2. Five (5) years of Inpatient ICD-10-CM and PCS coding experience within a Teaching hospital or Level One Trauma Center.
3. Epic and CAC Experience
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Verifies and abstracts clinical and demographic data from the patient record.
2. Performs chart audits prior to coding to ensure required documentation is complete and signed. Queries appropriate providers or departments when deficiencies prevent the start of the coding process.
3. Assigns accurately ICD-10 CM an ICD10 PCS codes, derived from medical record documentation for patient account.
4.Reviews reports with leadership to identify discrepancies.
5. Reviews audit lists regarding coding/billing changes, as well as denial reports.
6. Identifies and evaluates coding issues, summarizes findings for leadership, makes recommendations for course of action. Works actively with physicians to initiate corrections and resolve discrepancies in coding and documentation.
9. Ensures that all accounts are submitted accurately and in a timely manner.
10. Works collaboratively with Compliance, Educators, and Auditors
11. Ensures that all medical records are coded and abstracted within 72 hours of patient discharge.
12. Responsible to follow-up on assigned discharges for final coding.
13. Acts as a resource for answering coding questions from interdepartmental staff.
14. Documents results of all special project work and providing recommendations relating to special projects.
15. Attend meetings as necessary and participates on projects to ensure that all services are captured through codes.
16. Maintains good relationship with providers and office personnel to facilitate good communication in coding queries.
17. Promote excellent customer service. Identify and communicate problems and/or opportunities to improve processes with management.
18. Maintains collaborative, team relationships with peers and colleagues in order to effectively contribute to the working groups achievement of goals, and to help foster a positive work environment
19. Performs job junctions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, colleagues and community.
20. Participates in coding audits coding staff in order to maintain quality standards and offer feedback to management
21. Works closely with the DRG Validator to maintain high coding standards.
Physical Requirements:
1. Sedentary role which requires sitting most of the time, occasional standing & walking. Mental requirements will be intense at times with involvement in many concurrent multi-faceted projects.
2. Manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate computer keyboard.
3. Ability to see computer screen and reports.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Excellent organizational skills and able to balance working on multiple tasks and provide timely follow through.
2. Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
3. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
4. Ability to communicate verbally, by phone or virtually, with colleagues and medical staff.
5. Knowledge of Excel and basic computer skills.
6. Working knowledge of ICD- 10-CM, ICD 10- PCS, and CPT coding system, DRG, APG, , Government and Commercial payor policies, Coding Clinic, disease processes, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.
7. Ability to read and write in the English language.
Job Profile Summary
This role focuses on activities related to revenue cycle operations such as billing, collections, and payment processing. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Health Information Management duties: Responsible for the accuracy, maintenance, security, and confidentiality of patient's health information. An organizational related support or service (administrative or clerical) role or a role that focuses on support of daily business activities (e.g., technical, clinical, non-clinical) operating in a “hands on” environment. The majority of time is spent in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision. A senior level role that requires broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through extensive work experience and may require vocational or technical education. Works under limited supervision for routine situations, provides assistance and training to lower level employees, and problems typically are not routine and require analysis to understand.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$31.92 - $39.90
based on full-time equivalent
Hours: Up to 30 hours per week. Assistance needed for month end, vacation coverage, etc. Flexibility with start/end time. Weekend coverage strongly preferred.
Location: 100% remote.
Requirements: Virtual orientation held on your start date (Monday, 8:30-5). Ability to conduct training during the hours of 6 AM to 6 PM (EST) M-F.
Job Overview
This position reviews medical records to assure accurate specificity of diagnoses and procedures for inpatient admissions. Effectively utilizes ICD-10 CM and PCS codes according to coding guidelines. Communicates effectively with providers and/or all appropriate staff regarding missing information such as diagnosis, procedure, and documentation issues, to ensure proper coding and reimbursement. Manages the creation of deficiencies, within Epic, for missing documentation. Works with leadership to review denial reports as well as participating in internal and external audits to ensure documentation, code capture, and billing are accurate and precise. Informs supervisor of unusual/problematic accounts, issues, concerns, and opportunities for improvement. Attends meetings and education sessions as requested with participation. Performs any other related duties as assigned.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).
3. Three (3) years of ICD-10-CM and PCS coding experience
4. EMR experience
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Associates degree.
2. Five (5) years of Inpatient ICD-10-CM and PCS coding experience within a Teaching hospital or Level One Trauma Center.
3. Epic and CAC Experience
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Verifies and abstracts clinical and demographic data from the patient record.
2. Performs chart audits prior to coding to ensure required documentation is complete and signed. Queries appropriate providers or departments when deficiencies prevent the start of the coding process.
3. Assigns accurately ICD-10 CM an ICD10 PCS codes, derived from medical record documentation for patient account.
4.Reviews reports with leadership to identify discrepancies.
5. Reviews audit lists regarding coding/billing changes, as well as denial reports.
6. Identifies and evaluates coding issues, summarizes findings for leadership, makes recommendations for course of action. Works actively with physicians to initiate corrections and resolve discrepancies in coding and documentation.
9. Ensures that all accounts are submitted accurately and in a timely manner.
10. Works collaboratively with Compliance, Educators, and Auditors
11. Ensures that all medical records are coded and abstracted within 72 hours of patient discharge.
12. Responsible to follow-up on assigned discharges for final coding.
13. Acts as a resource for answering coding questions from interdepartmental staff.
14. Documents results of all special project work and providing recommendations relating to special projects.
15. Attend meetings as necessary and participates on projects to ensure that all services are captured through codes.
16. Maintains good relationship with providers and office personnel to facilitate good communication in coding queries.
17. Promote excellent customer service. Identify and communicate problems and/or opportunities to improve processes with management.
18. Maintains collaborative, team relationships with peers and colleagues in order to effectively contribute to the working groups achievement of goals, and to help foster a positive work environment
19. Performs job junctions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, colleagues and community.
20. Participates in coding audits coding staff in order to maintain quality standards and offer feedback to management
21. Works closely with the DRG Validator to maintain high coding standards.
Physical Requirements:
1. Sedentary role which requires sitting most of the time, occasional standing & walking. Mental requirements will be intense at times with involvement in many concurrent multi-faceted projects.
2. Manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate computer keyboard.
3. Ability to see computer screen and reports.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Excellent organizational skills and able to balance working on multiple tasks and provide timely follow through.
2. Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
3. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
4. Ability to communicate verbally, by phone or virtually, with colleagues and medical staff.
5. Knowledge of Excel and basic computer skills.
6. Working knowledge of ICD- 10-CM, ICD 10- PCS, and CPT coding system, DRG, APG, , Government and Commercial payor policies, Coding Clinic, disease processes, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.
7. Ability to read and write in the English language.
Job Profile Summary
This role focuses on activities related to revenue cycle operations such as billing, collections, and payment processing. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Health Information Management duties: Responsible for the accuracy, maintenance, security, and confidentiality of patient's health information. An organizational related support or service (administrative or clerical) role or a role that focuses on support of daily business activities (e.g., technical, clinical, non-clinical) operating in a “hands on” environment. The majority of time is spent in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision. A senior level role that requires broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through extensive work experience and may require vocational or technical education. Works under limited supervision for routine situations, provides assistance and training to lower level employees, and problems typically are not routine and require analysis to understand.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$31.92 - $39.90
based on full-time equivalent
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in coder jobs across Massachusetts.
- CPC, CCS, or RHIT credential recognized by AHIMA or AAPC required
- Proficiency in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II coding systems
- Experience with Epic, Meditech, or Cerner electronic health record platforms
- Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid billing guidelines and payer-specific requirements
- Ability to meet productivity and accuracy benchmarks in a remote or hybrid environment
- Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology relevant to assigned specialties
Coder Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a coder in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts does not require a state-issued license to work as a medical coder, but employers across the state consistently expect a nationally recognized credential such as the Certified Professional Coder from AAPC or the Certified Coding Specialist from AHIMA. Most candidates earn an associate degree or a certificate in health information technology or medical coding, then sit for one of those exams. Community colleges such as Quinsigamond Community College and Bunker Hill Community College offer accredited programs that prepare candidates for credentialing exams.
Which companies hire coders in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring coders in Massachusetts right now include Tufts Medicine, Mass General Brigham, and Boston Children's Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's high density of academic medical centers and large regional health systems means coding openings appear across both large hospital networks and independent physician group practices throughout the state.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most coder jobs?
The cities with the most coder openings in Massachusetts are Boston, Milford, and Westwood. Boston leads because of its concentration of world-renowned academic medical centers and specialty hospitals, while Worcester and Springfield reflect the significant regional health systems anchoring central and western Massachusetts, including UMass Memorial Health and Baystate Health.
Are there remote coder jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 75% of coder openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how well the work translates to home-based settings when a coder has the right credentials and system access. Outpatient professional fee coding and risk adjustment coding tend to be the most consistently remote-eligible specialties among Massachusetts employers.
How can I get hired as a coder in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited medical coding certificate program and passing a credentialing exam before applying. Health information technology programs at Massachusetts community colleges prepare graduates for entry-level roles such as coding associate or charge entry specialist. Large Massachusetts health systems, including Mass General Brigham and Boston Medical Center, post new-grad and junior coder openings that accept candidates with a credential but limited on-the-job experience. Holding a CPC or CCS credential significantly narrows the gap for candidates without prior coding work history.
Where can I find and apply to coder jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to coder jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your credentials and experience level, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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