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Coding Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, where your employer documents the recruitment process before filing an I-140 immigrant petition. Health information management and medical coding positions are in consistent demand, giving foreign professionals a realistic path to permanent residency without lottery exposure.
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Location: Any PulsePoint office. St. Louis, MO preferred.
Virtual: This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, except for required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.
Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless accommodation is granted as required by law.
The Coding Auditor Senior is responsible for auditing diagnosis data collected from physician and hospital medical records to ensure proper ICD-9/ICD-10 coding and compliance with risk adjustment requirements.
How you will make an impact:
- Audits diagnosis data retrieved from physician and hospital medical records and/or data extract files for both revenue project and RADV.
- Assists with National and Targeted Risk Adjustment Data Validation audits.
- Participates and represents the department in business leadership groups.
- Serves as a subject matter expert. Assesses and identifies training opportunities.
- Maintains current knowledge of requirements and guidance required in the performance of audit duties.
Minimum Requirements:
Requires a H.S. diploma or equivalent and minimum of 3 years of experience as coder of medical records in physician office, hospital, or insurance/coding office setting; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
Medical Coder certification from accredited source (e.g. American Health Information Management Association, American Academy of Professional Coders or Practice Management Institute) required.
Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences:
- BS in health sciences, health management or related field preferred.
- Experience working with Medicare Advantage preferred.
- Experience with ICD-9 coding a plus. HCC coding preferred.
- Strong communication skills preferred.
Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.
Who We Are
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
How We Work
At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success – for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.
The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process should submit the Accessibility Accommodation Request Form and a member of the team will be in contact.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
Prospective employees required to be screened under Florida law should review the education and awareness resources at HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.
Coding Auditor Senior
Location: Any PulsePoint office. St. Louis, MO preferred.
Virtual: This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, except for required in-person training sessions, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy. This approach promotes productivity, supports work-life integration, and ensures essential face-to-face onboarding and skill development. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.
Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless accommodation is granted as required by law.
The Coding Auditor Senior is responsible for auditing diagnosis data collected from physician and hospital medical records to ensure proper ICD-9/ICD-10 coding and compliance with risk adjustment requirements.
How you will make an impact:
- Audits diagnosis data retrieved from physician and hospital medical records and/or data extract files for both revenue project and RADV.
- Assists with National and Targeted Risk Adjustment Data Validation audits.
- Participates and represents the department in business leadership groups.
- Serves as a subject matter expert. Assesses and identifies training opportunities.
- Maintains current knowledge of requirements and guidance required in the performance of audit duties.
Minimum Requirements:
Requires a H.S. diploma or equivalent and minimum of 3 years of experience as coder of medical records in physician office, hospital, or insurance/coding office setting; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
Medical Coder certification from accredited source (e.g. American Health Information Management Association, American Academy of Professional Coders or Practice Management Institute) required.
Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences:
- BS in health sciences, health management or related field preferred.
- Experience working with Medicare Advantage preferred.
- Experience with ICD-9 coding a plus. HCC coding preferred.
- Strong communication skills preferred.
Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.
Who We Are
Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities – and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
How We Work
At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success – for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.
Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.
The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.
Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process should submit the Accessibility Accommodation Request Form and a member of the team will be in contact.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
Prospective employees required to be screened under Florida law should review the education and awareness resources at HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Coding Specialist
Match your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or demonstrated specialized expertise in health informatics or coding systems. EB-3 fits candidates with a bachelor's degree or two or more years of verifiable coding experience. Clarifying your tier before you apply prevents mismatched employer filings.
Verify your CPC or CCS certification status
PERM audits for coding roles frequently focus on whether the posted job requirements match your actual credentials. Hold a current CPC, CCS, or RHIT certification before your employer files, so the prevailing-wage determination and recruitment documentation align with your qualifications.
Search OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations
The DOL's OFLC Wage Search shows the Level I through Level IV prevailing wages for your SOC code and work location. Knowing the wage floor lets you negotiate an offer that clears the PERM threshold and avoids a denial for underpayment before the case even reaches USCIS.
Target healthcare systems with active PERM filing history
Large hospital networks, health plan administrators, and revenue cycle management companies sponsor coding specialists at higher rates than outpatient clinics. Migrate Mate filters employers by green card filing history so you can focus applications on organizations with demonstrated sponsorship infrastructure.
Understand the PERM recruitment window before accepting
Your employer must complete DOL-mandated recruitment within 180 days before filing. If they start that window after extending your offer, the process can stretch six to twelve months before the I-140 is even filed. Ask the hiring team where they are in that timeline.
Use your O*NET profile to counter narrow job descriptions
PERM job requirements cannot be tailored to fit only the sponsored worker. If a posting looks overly restrictive, reference the O*NET occupation profile for your coding specialty to confirm whether the duties and degree requirements reflect the standard definition of the role.
Green Card Coding Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Coding Specialist roles qualify for both EB-2 and EB-3 green card categories?
Yes. EB-3 applies to candidates with a bachelor's degree in health information management or a related field, or two or more years of qualifying experience. EB-2 is available if the position requires an advanced degree or if you can document specialized expertise that rises above standard entry-level qualifications. Your employer's attorney determines the correct category when drafting the PERM job description.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, capped at 85,000 per year, and subject to lottery selection. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM has no annual lottery, and while per-country visa backlogs can extend timelines for some nationalities, the process leads to permanent residency rather than a renewable but conditional status. For coding specialists from countries without severe backlogs, the EB-3 path is often more predictable than repeated H-1B renewals.
How long does the PERM process take for a Coding Specialist position?
The DOL currently processes standard PERM applications within several months, though audit-selected cases can add six months or more. After PERM certification, USCIS adjudicates the I-140 immigrant petition, and then the applicant waits for a current priority date before filing for adjustment of status. Total timelines range from under two years to considerably longer depending on your country of birth and whether the case is audited.
Where can I find Coding Specialist jobs with verified green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate surfaces Coding Specialist positions at employers with documented PERM and I-140 filing activity, so you're not guessing about sponsorship willingness from a generic job posting. Filtering by EB-2 or EB-3 history helps you prioritize outreach toward organizations that have already built the internal processes required to sponsor foreign workers through to permanent residency.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I am on OPT or H-1B status?
Yes. PERM is employer-sponsored and is independent of your current nonimmigrant status. Many coding specialists begin the green card process while on OPT STEM extension or H-1B, giving them a priority date that preserves their place in line even if their nonimmigrant status later changes. Coordinating the PERM start date with your OPT or H-1B expiration timeline is something your employer's immigration counsel should map out early.