Entry Level Coding Specialist Jobs
New grad coding specialist jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship project can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, with employers like Emplify Health, Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System, and INSIGHT hiring at this level now.
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Job Summary
Under direct supervision, assigns accurate ICD-10 diagnoses, CPT-4 procedure coding and appropriate modifiers derived from medical record documentation for complex and multi-specialties that include Emergency Room (ER), ER E/M charging, OP Trauma, Hospital and ASC Surgeries, Observation, Interventional Radiology (IR) & Cardiology and Claim Edits for facility outpatient encounters for the purpose of appropriate reimbursement, research, and compliance with federal and state regulations. This role is essential for ensuring accurate and timely coding of medical records which directly impacts reimbursement and compliance. This role requires expertise in coding guidelines and standards and proficiency in medical coding and the ability to handle moderate to complex coding scenarios.
Primary Responsibilities
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.
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Serves as a clinical coding subject matter expert and utilizes critical thinking to analyze and evaluate moderate to complex outpatient documentation for the accurate assignment of ICD10 and CPT-4 codes.
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Identifies and assigns ICD-10 diagnosis codes, CPT-4 procedure codes and appropriate modifiers to Emergency Room (ER), ER E/M charging, OP Trauma, Hospital and ASC Surgeries, Observation, Interventional Radiology (IR) & Cardiology and Claim Edits for the purpose of hospital reimbursement, research, and compliance with federal and state regulations.
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Monitors assigned work daily to facilitate the billing process within the established timeframes. Codes and abstracts records within timeframes established for each patient type.
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Maintains coding quality accuracy rate of 90%.
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Maintains productivity rate of at least 95%.
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Communicates with various departments within the hospitals regarding billing and registration issues. Refers any problems to management timely, providing clear details.
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Complies with AHIMA standards of ethical coding and coding compliance guidelines.
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Demonstrates support and compliance with University of Maryland Medical System mission, vision, values statement, goals and objectives and policies. Performs other duties or projects such as coding corrections as assigned by the manager.
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May provide support to PB Outpatient Coding Specialists and/or act as backup, as necessary.
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Perform related duties as assigned.
Education & Experience - Preferred
- Associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
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Ability to utilize coding and EHR software (e.g., EPIC, 3M HDM) efficiently to perform coding duties.
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Knowledge and good understanding of NCCI edits, NCD & LCD requirements, and payer guidelines.
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Strong analytical, organizational, and attention to detail skills.
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Ability to prioritize workload, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.
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Excellent customer service skills.
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Knowledge of general office procedures and filing systems.
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Strong problem-solving skills.
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Ability to work under minimal supervision.
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Familiar with basic medical terminology.
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Strong computer skills and typing ability.
Job Summary
Under direct supervision, assigns accurate ICD-10 diagnoses, CPT-4 procedure coding and appropriate modifiers derived from medical record documentation for complex and multi-specialties that include Emergency Room (ER), ER E/M charging, OP Trauma, Hospital and ASC Surgeries, Observation, Interventional Radiology (IR) & Cardiology and Claim Edits for facility outpatient encounters for the purpose of appropriate reimbursement, research, and compliance with federal and state regulations. This role is essential for ensuring accurate and timely coding of medical records which directly impacts reimbursement and compliance. This role requires expertise in coding guidelines and standards and proficiency in medical coding and the ability to handle moderate to complex coding scenarios.
Primary Responsibilities
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.
-
Serves as a clinical coding subject matter expert and utilizes critical thinking to analyze and evaluate moderate to complex outpatient documentation for the accurate assignment of ICD10 and CPT-4 codes.
-
Identifies and assigns ICD-10 diagnosis codes, CPT-4 procedure codes and appropriate modifiers to Emergency Room (ER), ER E/M charging, OP Trauma, Hospital and ASC Surgeries, Observation, Interventional Radiology (IR) & Cardiology and Claim Edits for the purpose of hospital reimbursement, research, and compliance with federal and state regulations.
-
Monitors assigned work daily to facilitate the billing process within the established timeframes. Codes and abstracts records within timeframes established for each patient type.
-
Maintains coding quality accuracy rate of 90%.
-
Maintains productivity rate of at least 95%.
-
Communicates with various departments within the hospitals regarding billing and registration issues. Refers any problems to management timely, providing clear details.
-
Complies with AHIMA standards of ethical coding and coding compliance guidelines.
-
Demonstrates support and compliance with University of Maryland Medical System mission, vision, values statement, goals and objectives and policies. Performs other duties or projects such as coding corrections as assigned by the manager.
-
May provide support to PB Outpatient Coding Specialists and/or act as backup, as necessary.
-
Perform related duties as assigned.
Education & Experience - Preferred
- Associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
-
Ability to utilize coding and EHR software (e.g., EPIC, 3M HDM) efficiently to perform coding duties.
-
Knowledge and good understanding of NCCI edits, NCD & LCD requirements, and payer guidelines.
-
Strong analytical, organizational, and attention to detail skills.
-
Ability to prioritize workload, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.
-
Excellent customer service skills.
-
Knowledge of general office procedures and filing systems.
-
Strong problem-solving skills.
-
Ability to work under minimal supervision.
-
Familiar with basic medical terminology.
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Strong computer skills and typing ability.
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Entry Level Coding Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level coding specialist job?
Employers hiring at the entry level typically look for hands-on coding samples, a clean GitHub portfolio, or completed internship work rather than years of professional experience. Tailor your resume to highlight relevant coursework, personal projects, or bootcamp certifications. Applying to roles that explicitly list zero to two years of experience as acceptable, or that mention training programs, gives you the strongest starting point.
Which companies hire entry level coding specialists?
Companies hiring entry level coding specialists right now include Emplify Health, Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System, and INSIGHT, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of healthcare organizations, technology firms, and staffing agencies that onboard new talent into structured coding and documentation roles.
Are there remote entry level coding specialist jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and specialty. About 60% of entry level coding specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, making this a field where new graduates can find flexible arrangements alongside traditional on-site positions. Filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate helps you focus only on the format that fits your situation.
Are these new grad coding specialist jobs?
Yes. The listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior coding specialist roles. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or practicum hours in place of full-time history, or notes that a relevant degree or portfolio is sufficient. Searching for those signals helps new grad candidates identify the best-fit openings quickly.
Which industries hire the most entry level coding specialists?
Entry Level coding specialist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they process high volumes of clinical, billing, or data records and rely on entry level specialists to support accuracy and compliance within their coding workflows.