Coder Jobs in Tennessee
Coder jobs in Tennessee are steadily active, concentrated in healthcare systems, insurance, and revenue cycle management firms, with openings at every level from entry-level medical coding associates to senior compliance and auditing specialists. Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville lead in hiring volume, anchored by large employers such as HCA Healthcare, BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, and Vanderbilt University Medical Center. The most in-demand specialties across Tennessee right now are inpatient facility coding, professional fee coding, and risk adjustment coding. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Chart Auditor Overview
Our chart auditors perform pre-payment and post-payment reviews of behavioral health records on behalf of health plan customers, confirming that services are medically necessary, clearly documented and billed correctly. We are running selective post-payment review pilots today and preparing to launch pre-payment review, so this is a chance to help shape a service as it scales.
As a Chart Auditor, you will pair your behavioral health clinical expertise with an AI-assisted review platform, working under the guidance of Wayspring's clinical leadership, including an Associate Medical Director who oversees rubric development and clinical review. Your findings will directly shape the rubrics, policies and tools that make our reviews faster, more consistent and more defensible as we expand to additional health plan customers.
Why Wayspring?
We are passionate about breaking barriers alongside those with complex behavioral health needs. Whether you’re in the field or in the corporate office – our mission is felt, and your impact is recognized. There is no inner circle, and we all have a seat at the table. Leaders are accessible and silos are avoided. We respect your craft and love to be challenged. We invest not only in our mission, but in each other. Internal promotions and cross departmental training are the norm – you grow, we grow.
Responsibilities of Chart Auditor
Clinical Chart Review - Medical Coder
- Conduct pre-payment and post-payment clinical reviews of complex behavioral health medical records against Wayspring policies and rubrics, ASAM criteria, CMS and state Medicaid requirements, health plan policy and other national practice guidelines.
- Assess medical necessity, documentation sufficiency and level of care, and confirm that coding and billing align with the services documented.
- Document clear, defensible findings and rationale for every review and manage appeals, as needed.
- Meet established productivity, accuracy, and turnaround targets.
Quality & Calibration
- Participate in inter-rater reliability exercises and quality assurance calibration sessions to keep review decisions consistent across the team.
- Escalate complex or ambiguous cases to physician reviewers or the Medical Director.
- Identify trends such as provider billing patterns, documentation gaps and potential fraud, waste and abuse for reporting.
Tools, Rubrics & Continuous Improvement
- Use an AI-assisted review platform daily, validating and correcting AI-generated outputs.
- Provide structured feedback that improves the accuracy and usability of review tools.
- Participate in ongoing education and training sessions with clinical leaders to build proficiency in specialized and emerging behavioral health concepts relevant to chart review.
- Recommend refinements to review rubrics and policy content based on what you observe in the charts.
Required Qualifications
- Active CPC, CCS, CCS-P, CPMA, or comparable nationally recognized medical coding/auditing certification required.
- 3+ years of clinical experience in behavioral health and 2+ years in utilization review, chart audit, medical record review or payer-side clinical review.
- Working knowledge of ASAM Criteria and/or other evidence-based behavioral health medical necessity and level-of-care criteria, with the ability to quickly learn and apply payer-specific clinical guidelines.
- Strong written communication, with the ability to document concise, defensible clinical rationale.
- Comfort learning and working in new technology, including web-based and AI-assisted tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Medicaid managed care.
- Familiarity with CPT and HCPCS coding and behavioral health billing practices.
- Professional certification such as CPC, CCS, CPMA, CPUR or CCM or Registered Nurse
- Experience using AI-assisted or software-based clinical review tools.
- Background in fraud, waste and abuse, payment integrity or special investigations (SIU).
- Experience in a startup or fast-growing organization.
Our goal is to foster a workplace where everyone feels a true sense of belonging, is supported, and empowered to thrive. We actively seek different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences—because we believe that drives better performance and innovation. We’re committed to identifying and removing barriers for the communities we serve.
Benefit Summary
Creating a great employee experience takes more than just perks—but let’s be real, those matter too. Here’s how we’re building a company where you, your family, your pets, and your passions can thrive.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options – including options for your pets!
- Company funded HSA + Monthly Gym Allowance
- Paid parental leave – all parents included!
- Company paid short term disability, long term disability and life insurance
- 401k with company match
- Premium Employee Assistance Program, inclusive of counseling sessions
- Pardon and Expungement Scholarship Program
- Company Contributions to Future Minded Savings (HSA and Emergency savings fund)
- Generous PTO package (accrual policy based on years of service) and an additional 10 paid company holidays
- Company 2 week paid sabbatical program!
Pay: $85,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Nashville, TN
Chart Auditor Overview
Our chart auditors perform pre-payment and post-payment reviews of behavioral health records on behalf of health plan customers, confirming that services are medically necessary, clearly documented and billed correctly. We are running selective post-payment review pilots today and preparing to launch pre-payment review, so this is a chance to help shape a service as it scales.
As a Chart Auditor, you will pair your behavioral health clinical expertise with an AI-assisted review platform, working under the guidance of Wayspring's clinical leadership, including an Associate Medical Director who oversees rubric development and clinical review. Your findings will directly shape the rubrics, policies and tools that make our reviews faster, more consistent and more defensible as we expand to additional health plan customers.
Why Wayspring?
We are passionate about breaking barriers alongside those with complex behavioral health needs. Whether you’re in the field or in the corporate office – our mission is felt, and your impact is recognized. There is no inner circle, and we all have a seat at the table. Leaders are accessible and silos are avoided. We respect your craft and love to be challenged. We invest not only in our mission, but in each other. Internal promotions and cross departmental training are the norm – you grow, we grow.
Responsibilities of Chart Auditor
Clinical Chart Review - Medical Coder
- Conduct pre-payment and post-payment clinical reviews of complex behavioral health medical records against Wayspring policies and rubrics, ASAM criteria, CMS and state Medicaid requirements, health plan policy and other national practice guidelines.
- Assess medical necessity, documentation sufficiency and level of care, and confirm that coding and billing align with the services documented.
- Document clear, defensible findings and rationale for every review and manage appeals, as needed.
- Meet established productivity, accuracy, and turnaround targets.
Quality & Calibration
- Participate in inter-rater reliability exercises and quality assurance calibration sessions to keep review decisions consistent across the team.
- Escalate complex or ambiguous cases to physician reviewers or the Medical Director.
- Identify trends such as provider billing patterns, documentation gaps and potential fraud, waste and abuse for reporting.
Tools, Rubrics & Continuous Improvement
- Use an AI-assisted review platform daily, validating and correcting AI-generated outputs.
- Provide structured feedback that improves the accuracy and usability of review tools.
- Participate in ongoing education and training sessions with clinical leaders to build proficiency in specialized and emerging behavioral health concepts relevant to chart review.
- Recommend refinements to review rubrics and policy content based on what you observe in the charts.
Required Qualifications
- Active CPC, CCS, CCS-P, CPMA, or comparable nationally recognized medical coding/auditing certification required.
- 3+ years of clinical experience in behavioral health and 2+ years in utilization review, chart audit, medical record review or payer-side clinical review.
- Working knowledge of ASAM Criteria and/or other evidence-based behavioral health medical necessity and level-of-care criteria, with the ability to quickly learn and apply payer-specific clinical guidelines.
- Strong written communication, with the ability to document concise, defensible clinical rationale.
- Comfort learning and working in new technology, including web-based and AI-assisted tools.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Medicaid managed care.
- Familiarity with CPT and HCPCS coding and behavioral health billing practices.
- Professional certification such as CPC, CCS, CPMA, CPUR or CCM or Registered Nurse
- Experience using AI-assisted or software-based clinical review tools.
- Background in fraud, waste and abuse, payment integrity or special investigations (SIU).
- Experience in a startup or fast-growing organization.
Our goal is to foster a workplace where everyone feels a true sense of belonging, is supported, and empowered to thrive. We actively seek different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences—because we believe that drives better performance and innovation. We’re committed to identifying and removing barriers for the communities we serve.
Benefit Summary
Creating a great employee experience takes more than just perks—but let’s be real, those matter too. Here’s how we’re building a company where you, your family, your pets, and your passions can thrive.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options – including options for your pets!
- Company funded HSA + Monthly Gym Allowance
- Paid parental leave – all parents included!
- Company paid short term disability, long term disability and life insurance
- 401k with company match
- Premium Employee Assistance Program, inclusive of counseling sessions
- Pardon and Expungement Scholarship Program
- Company Contributions to Future Minded Savings (HSA and Emergency savings fund)
- Generous PTO package (accrual policy based on years of service) and an additional 10 paid company holidays
- Company 2 week paid sabbatical program!
Pay: $85,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Nashville, TN
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What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in coder jobs across Tennessee.
- Active CPC, CCS, or RHIT credential recognized by Tennessee healthcare employers
- Proficiency in ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and CPT coding systems
- Experience with electronic health record platforms such as Epic or Meditech
- Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid billing regulations and payer guidelines
- Ability to meet productivity and accuracy benchmarks set by the employer
- Associate or bachelor's degree in health information management or a related field
Coder Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a coder in Tennessee?
To work as a coder in Tennessee, most employers require a nationally recognized credential such as the Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from AAPC or the Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) from AHIMA. Tennessee does not issue a separate state coding license, so credentialing through these professional bodies is the standard path. Most candidates complete an accredited health information management or medical coding program at a Tennessee community college or university before sitting for the exam.
Which companies hire coders in Tennessee?
Employers hiring coders in Tennessee right now include Williamson Health, Wayspring, and Covenant Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Tennessee's large integrated health systems and insurance carriers consistently maintain the highest volume of coding openings across the state.
Which Tennessee cities have the most coder jobs?
The cities with the most coder openings in Tennessee are Knoxville, Franklin, and Athens. Nashville drives the largest share of demand as the headquarters of major hospital systems and health insurance companies, while Memphis and Knoxville add significant volume through their own regional medical centers and revenue cycle outsourcing firms.
Are there remote coder jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, and more than most fields. Coding is largely analytical and record-based, which makes it well suited to remote work. About 50% of coder openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting an industry-wide shift toward flexible arrangements. Inpatient facility coding and risk adjustment coding tend to have the highest concentration of fully remote roles.
How can I get hired as a coder in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a medical coding certificate program at a Tennessee community college, then sitting for the CPC or CCS exam before applying to entry-level coding associate roles. Large Tennessee health systems such as HCA Healthcare and Vanderbilt University Medical Center periodically recruit new-credential coders into structured training cohorts. Candidates coming from adjacent roles in medical billing, health information technician, or patient accounts have a strong foundation and often move into coding with minimal additional training.
Where can I find and apply to coder jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to coder jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current Tennessee openings across health systems, insurance carriers, and revenue cycle management companies. Find the roles that fit your credentials and experience level and apply directly.
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