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Coder roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related specialty field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the 85,000-slot annual cap means timing your job search around the April lottery registration window matters.
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This position codes and abstracts same day surgery medical records of all types following a complete review of the clinical documentation, abstracts and assigns appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT code sets and assigns the correct codes into the hospital Information System. May also code other outpatient work types as assigned by the Coding Manager, including Observation, Emergency Department, Ancillary and Recurring Accounts.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Required: High School Diploma or GED required.
- Completion of a Coding Certificate Program is required.
- At least one of the following: CCS (Certified Coding Specialist), CPC, RHIA or RHIT is required.
- In addition, 3 years hospital coding experience preferred which includes coding of outpatient Same Day Surgery records using both ICD-10-CM and CPT-4.
- Demonstration of skills through completion of a hospital administered advanced coding test with a satisfactory score.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Preferred: 3 year(s): Hospital coding experience preferred which includes coding of outpatient Same Day Surgery records using both ICD-10-CM and CPT-4.
Education
- Required: High School or better.
LICENCES & CERTIFICATIONS
- Required: CCS.
COMPENSATION
- Pay range: $20.84-$30.68.
- Pay is based on experience, skills and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and/or Overtime paid, if applicable.
HOURS
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00a-4:30p or flexible.
BENEFITS
Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package. Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your family's needs. Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees. Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees. Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions. We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
INTRODUCTION
This position codes and abstracts same day surgery medical records of all types following a complete review of the clinical documentation, abstracts and assigns appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT code sets and assigns the correct codes into the hospital Information System. May also code other outpatient work types as assigned by the Coding Manager, including Observation, Emergency Department, Ancillary and Recurring Accounts.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Required: High School Diploma or GED required.
- Completion of a Coding Certificate Program is required.
- At least one of the following: CCS (Certified Coding Specialist), CPC, RHIA or RHIT is required.
- In addition, 3 years hospital coding experience preferred which includes coding of outpatient Same Day Surgery records using both ICD-10-CM and CPT-4.
- Demonstration of skills through completion of a hospital administered advanced coding test with a satisfactory score.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Preferred: 3 year(s): Hospital coding experience preferred which includes coding of outpatient Same Day Surgery records using both ICD-10-CM and CPT-4.
Education
- Required: High School or better.
LICENCES & CERTIFICATIONS
- Required: CCS.
COMPENSATION
- Pay range: $20.84-$30.68.
- Pay is based on experience, skills and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and/or Overtime paid, if applicable.
HOURS
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00a-4:30p or flexible.
BENEFITS
Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package. Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your family's needs. Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees. Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees. Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions. We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Coder
Verify your role meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires that a Coder position normally requires a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Check the O*NET profile for your exact coding role to confirm the listed education requirements before accepting an offer.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter Coder job listings by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application history, so you're applying to companies that have already navigated DOL certification for roles like yours.
Confirm your wage tier before signing
Your employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for your coding role and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using your job's SOC code before negotiating an offer to confirm the wage level your LCA will certify.
Register during the H-1B cap window
USCIS opens H-1B lottery registration each March for an 85,000-slot annual cap. If you're on OPT, align your job search so your employer can register you by the March deadline, since late starts miss the entire fiscal year cycle.
Document your coding specialization clearly
Coder is a broad title that can draw RFEs if the petition doesn't specify the technical domain. Make sure your offer letter and support letter name the programming languages, frameworks, or systems your role requires and link them to your degree field.
Check employer E-Verify enrollment early
If you're on STEM OPT and transitioning to H-1B, your current employer must be E-Verify enrolled to authorize your cap-gap period. Confirm enrollment before your OPT expires to avoid an unauthorized work gap.
H-1B Visa Coder: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Coder job title qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
It can, but the job title alone doesn't determine eligibility. USCIS evaluates whether the specific position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field like computer science or software engineering. A Coder role that accepts any degree or no degree won't qualify as a specialty occupation. Your employer's offer letter and support documentation need to tie the role's duties to a specific degree requirement.
What SOC code applies to Coder roles for the H-1B LCA?
Most Coder positions are filed under SOC codes in the software developers and programmers category, commonly 15-1252 (Software Developers) or 15-1253 (Software Quality Assurance Analysts), depending on actual duties. The SOC code your employer selects affects the prevailing wage tier USCIS and DOL apply. Confirm the code matches your day-to-day responsibilities, since a mismatch between title and duties is a common RFE trigger.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for Coder roles?
Use Migrate Mate to search Coder positions filtered by employers with documented H-1B Labor Condition Application filings. This approach surfaces companies that have already completed DOL certification for comparable roles, which signals genuine sponsorship capacity rather than speculative willingness. Focusing on verified LCA history saves time by moving past employers who haven't sponsored before.
Can I switch employers after my H-1B is approved for a Coder position?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new H-1B petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. The new employer must file their own LCA and I-129 petition. The new Coder role must still qualify as a specialty occupation.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Coder role shifts to remote work in a different state?
Working remotely from a location not listed on your certified LCA is a compliance violation. Your employer must file an amended LCA with DOL covering the new work location before you begin working there, and in some cases may also need to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS. Short-term travel under ten consecutive workdays generally falls under short-term placement rules, but a permanent or ongoing remote arrangement requires updated filings.