Coder Jobs in New York
Coder jobs in New York draw consistent demand from the state's large healthcare systems, health insurance carriers, and hospital networks, with openings at every level from entry-level coding associates to senior coding specialists and auditors. Most hiring concentrates in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where institutions like NewYork-Presbyterian, Northwell Health, and EmblemHealth maintain substantial revenue cycle teams. Medical coding, risk adjustment coding, and outpatient facility coding are the specialties with the steadiest pipeline of openings. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Under general supervision, reviews, analyzes and assures the final diagnoses and procedures as stated by the practicing providers are valid and complete. Accurately codes office and hospital procedures for providers to ensure proper reimbursement. Provides education to the providers to ensure proper documentation and assignment of ICD-10-CDM, HCPCS and CPT codes. Reports to the Coding Operations Manager. Will support Meeting House Lane Medical Practice, PC and SB Administrative Services.
Responsibilities:
- Audits records to ensure proper submission of services prior to billing on pre-determined selected charges.
- Receives hospital information to properly bill provider services for hospital patients.
- Supplies correct ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes on all diagnoses provided.
- Supplies correct HCPCS code on all procedures and services performed.
- Supplies correct CPT code on all procedures and services performed.
- Contacts providers to train and update them with correct coding information.
- Attends seminars and in-services as required to remain current on coding issues.
- Audits medical records to ensure proper coding is completed and to ensure compliance with federal and state regulatory bodies.
- Accurately follows coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with federal and state regulatory bodies.
- Maintains all mandatory in-services.
- Maintains compliance standards in accordance with the Compliance policies. Reports compliance problems appropriately.
- Determines the final diagnoses and procedures stated by the physician or other health care providers are valid and complete.
- Quantitative analysis - Performs a comprehensive review of the record to ensure the presence of all component parts, such as patient and record identification, signatures and dates where required, and all other necessary data in the presence of all reports that appear to be indicated by the nature of the treatment rendered.
- Qualitative analysis - Evaluates the record for documentation consistency and adequacy. Ensures that the final diagnosis accurately reflects the care and treatment rendered. Reviews the records for compliance with established reimbursement and special screening criteria.
- Analyzes provider documentation to assure the appropriate Evaluation & Management (E&M) levels are assigned using the correct CPT code
- Reviews department edits in billing software and make any corrections based on supported documentation and medical necessary.
- Performs other related duties, which may be inclusive, but not listed in the job description.
- $25-$35.31 per hour
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma
- Medical Coding Certificate – CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) or CPC (Certified Professional Coder) certification is required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Two years coding experience using ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCs or equivalency.
- Computer competency.
- Effective communication skills.
- Knowledge of medical records and EHR required.
- Knowledge of Federal laws and regulations affecting coding requirements.
- Knowledge of principles, practices and methods of current coding.
- Knowledge of office practices, etc.
- Knowledge of billing practices.
- Knowledge of official coding conventions and rules established by the American Medical Association (AMA), and the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services
- (CMS) for assignment of diagnostic and procedural codes.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to sit for long periods of time, and must have manual dexterity to work computer systems and keyboard.
Under general supervision, reviews, analyzes and assures the final diagnoses and procedures as stated by the practicing providers are valid and complete. Accurately codes office and hospital procedures for providers to ensure proper reimbursement. Provides education to the providers to ensure proper documentation and assignment of ICD-10-CDM, HCPCS and CPT codes. Reports to the Coding Operations Manager. Will support Meeting House Lane Medical Practice, PC and SB Administrative Services.
Responsibilities:
- Audits records to ensure proper submission of services prior to billing on pre-determined selected charges.
- Receives hospital information to properly bill provider services for hospital patients.
- Supplies correct ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes on all diagnoses provided.
- Supplies correct HCPCS code on all procedures and services performed.
- Supplies correct CPT code on all procedures and services performed.
- Contacts providers to train and update them with correct coding information.
- Attends seminars and in-services as required to remain current on coding issues.
- Audits medical records to ensure proper coding is completed and to ensure compliance with federal and state regulatory bodies.
- Accurately follows coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with federal and state regulatory bodies.
- Maintains all mandatory in-services.
- Maintains compliance standards in accordance with the Compliance policies. Reports compliance problems appropriately.
- Determines the final diagnoses and procedures stated by the physician or other health care providers are valid and complete.
- Quantitative analysis - Performs a comprehensive review of the record to ensure the presence of all component parts, such as patient and record identification, signatures and dates where required, and all other necessary data in the presence of all reports that appear to be indicated by the nature of the treatment rendered.
- Qualitative analysis - Evaluates the record for documentation consistency and adequacy. Ensures that the final diagnosis accurately reflects the care and treatment rendered. Reviews the records for compliance with established reimbursement and special screening criteria.
- Analyzes provider documentation to assure the appropriate Evaluation & Management (E&M) levels are assigned using the correct CPT code
- Reviews department edits in billing software and make any corrections based on supported documentation and medical necessary.
- Performs other related duties, which may be inclusive, but not listed in the job description.
- $25-$35.31 per hour
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma
- Medical Coding Certificate – CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) or CPC (Certified Professional Coder) certification is required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Two years coding experience using ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCs or equivalency.
- Computer competency.
- Effective communication skills.
- Knowledge of medical records and EHR required.
- Knowledge of Federal laws and regulations affecting coding requirements.
- Knowledge of principles, practices and methods of current coding.
- Knowledge of office practices, etc.
- Knowledge of billing practices.
- Knowledge of official coding conventions and rules established by the American Medical Association (AMA), and the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services
- (CMS) for assignment of diagnostic and procedural codes.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to sit for long periods of time, and must have manual dexterity to work computer systems and keyboard.
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- Active CPC, CCS, or CCA credential issued or recognized by AHIMA or AAPC
- Proficiency in ICD-10-CM and CPT coding systems for clinical documentation
- Experience working within electronic health record platforms such as Epic or Cerner
- Solid understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and disease classification
- Familiarity with compliance standards including HIPAA and payer-specific billing guidelines
- Ability to meet productivity and accuracy benchmarks in a remote or on-site setting
Coder Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a coder in New York?
New York does not issue a state license for medical coders, so entry is credential-driven rather than government-regulated. Most employers require a nationally recognized coding credential from AHIMA, such as the CCS or CCA, or from AAPC, such as the CPC. Candidates typically complete an accredited health information technology or medical coding program at a community college or career school in New York before sitting for the credentialing exam.
Which companies hire coders in New York?
New York coder roles are posted by University of Rochester, Westchester Medical Center Health Network, and Cognizant and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New York's dense concentration of academic medical centers, regional hospital systems, and large managed care organizations means steady demand across both facility and professional-fee coding roles throughout the state.
Which New York cities have the most coder jobs?
New York, Albany, and Utica account for the largest share of coder openings in New York. New York City dominates because of its scale of major health systems, insurance carriers, and physician groups, while Buffalo and Albany reflect the strong regional hospital networks and state government health agencies that anchor those markets and generate consistent coding volume.
Are there remote coder jobs in New York?
Yes, and more than most healthcare roles. About 86% of coder openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how thoroughly the field shifted to remote work after health systems built out the infrastructure. Inpatient coding and outpatient facility coding lead in remote availability, while roles requiring on-site chart review or direct clinician collaboration are more likely to be hybrid.
How can I get hired as a coder in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an AHIMA-accredited health information technology program at a New York community college, then sitting for the CCA exam before applying to entry-level coding or coding trainee roles. Large New York systems like Northwell Health and NewYork-Presbyterian post coding trainee and junior coder positions that accept recent graduates. Lateral moves from medical billing, clinical documentation, or health information technician roles are also a recognized door into coding at many New York employers.
Where can I find and apply to coder jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate lists current coder openings in New York pulled from employers hiring right now across the state. Search the roles on this page, find the ones that match your credentials and experience level, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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