Medical Coder Jobs in Texas
Medical Coder jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong and steady demand across large health systems, physician groups, and outpatient networks at levels from entry-level through senior and supervisory roles. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio anchor most of the hiring, where established employers such as HCA Houston Healthcare, UT Southwestern Medical Center, and CHRISTUS Health maintain large revenue cycle teams. The most in-demand specialties are risk adjustment coding, surgical coding, and evaluation and management, driven by Texas's concentration of academic medical centers and multispecialty practices. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Company Description
Delivering Digital Outcomes. Driving Real Impact. Sutherland is the preferred digital transformation partner for iconic brands worldwide, unlocking new value for their business, people, and customers.
Job Description
In this role, we will look to you to analyze and interpret complex records in order to identify and accurately bill for Trauma 1 facility Inpatient services. Specifically, you will assign and sequence correct diagnostic and procedure codes in compliance with third party payor requirements, and when necessary, obtain clarification when presented with conflicting, ambiguous, or non-specific documentation.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of inpatient coding experience in a trauma 1 setting.
- RHIA, RHIT, and/or CCS, CIC certification
- Strong communication, analytical and research skills with a keen attention to detail
Additionally, your background must include demonstrated knowledge of:
- Coding concepts for facility diagnosis and procedure coding and DRG assignment
- Legal and policy directives pertinent to coding
- Be familiar with proper reference materials, standards and guidelines for coding
- Experience using various EMRs and encoders; or ability to learn quickly
- Confidentiality requirements
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
EEOC and Veteran Documentation
During employment, employees are treated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status. At times, government agencies require periodic reports from employers on the sex, ethnicity, handicap, veteran and other protected status of employees. The purpose of this Administrative EEO Record is for statistical analysis only and is used to comply with government record keeping, reporting, and other legal requirements. Periodic reports are made to the government on the following information. The completion of the Administrative EEO record is optional. If you choose to volunteer the requested information, please note that all Administrative EEO Records are kept in a Confidential File and are not part of your Application for Employment or Personnel file. Please note: YOUR COOPERATION IS VOLUNTARY. INCLUSION OR EXCLUSION OF ANY DATA WILL NOT AFFECT ANY EMPLOYMENT DECISION.
Company Description
Delivering Digital Outcomes. Driving Real Impact. Sutherland is the preferred digital transformation partner for iconic brands worldwide, unlocking new value for their business, people, and customers.
Job Description
In this role, we will look to you to analyze and interpret complex records in order to identify and accurately bill for Trauma 1 facility Inpatient services. Specifically, you will assign and sequence correct diagnostic and procedure codes in compliance with third party payor requirements, and when necessary, obtain clarification when presented with conflicting, ambiguous, or non-specific documentation.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of inpatient coding experience in a trauma 1 setting.
- RHIA, RHIT, and/or CCS, CIC certification
- Strong communication, analytical and research skills with a keen attention to detail
Additionally, your background must include demonstrated knowledge of:
- Coding concepts for facility diagnosis and procedure coding and DRG assignment
- Legal and policy directives pertinent to coding
- Be familiar with proper reference materials, standards and guidelines for coding
- Experience using various EMRs and encoders; or ability to learn quickly
- Confidentiality requirements
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
EEOC and Veteran Documentation
During employment, employees are treated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status. At times, government agencies require periodic reports from employers on the sex, ethnicity, handicap, veteran and other protected status of employees. The purpose of this Administrative EEO Record is for statistical analysis only and is used to comply with government record keeping, reporting, and other legal requirements. Periodic reports are made to the government on the following information. The completion of the Administrative EEO record is optional. If you choose to volunteer the requested information, please note that all Administrative EEO Records are kept in a Confidential File and are not part of your Application for Employment or Personnel file. Please note: YOUR COOPERATION IS VOLUNTARY. INCLUSION OR EXCLUSION OF ANY DATA WILL NOT AFFECT ANY EMPLOYMENT DECISION.
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Medical Coder Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CHRISTUS Health3
- Houston Methodist2
- Memorial Hermann Health System2
- Methodist Health System2
- Baylor Scott & White Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services13
- Technology & Software2
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
- Education1
- Insurance1
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical coder jobs across Texas.
- CPC, CCS, or CCA certification from AAPC or AHIMA required or strongly preferred
- Proficiency in ICD-10-CM and CPT coding systems across one or more specialties
- Experience with Epic, Meditech, or another major electronic health record platform
- Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid billing rules applicable to Texas providers
- Strong understanding of HIPAA compliance and protected health information standards
- Ability to meet production and accuracy benchmarks set by the employer or payer
Medical Coder Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical coder in Texas?
Texas does not issue a state license for medical coders, so entry into the field runs through national certification. Most Texas employers require or prefer the Certified Professional Coder credential from AAPC or the Certified Coding Specialist credential from AHIMA. Candidates typically complete a coding certificate program or an associate degree in health information technology, then pass the relevant exam. Many community colleges across Texas, including those in the Houston and Dallas metro areas, offer accredited programs designed specifically for this path.
How much do medical coders make in Texas?
Medical coders in Texas earn a median of about $48,860 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $34,440 for the lowest 10% to over $78,390 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire medical coders in Texas?
Employers hiring medical coders in Texas right now include CHRISTUS Health, Houston Methodist, and Memorial Hermann Health System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of large integrated health systems and academic medical centers means that many of the state's biggest hirers maintain in-house revenue cycle teams rather than outsourcing all coding work.
Which Texas cities have the most medical coder jobs?
Dallas, Fort Worth, and Houston are the Texas cities with the most medical coder openings, driven by the concentration of major health systems, academic medical centers, and large physician group practices in those metros. Houston in particular generates a high share of postings because of its density of hospital networks and specialized care facilities, while Dallas and San Antonio add volume through both regional health systems and revenue cycle management companies headquartered there.
Are there remote medical coder jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most fields. Medical coding is desk-based and document-driven, which makes it one of the more remote-compatible roles in healthcare. About 67% of medical coder openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how fully the industry has shifted to virtual revenue cycle work since the pandemic. Surgical coding and risk adjustment roles tend to have the highest share of fully remote positions among Texas postings.
How can I get hired as a medical coder in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic path is to earn an entry-level credential, either the Certified Professional Coder-Apprentice from AAPC or the Certified Coding Associate from AHIMA, which Texas employers recognize as legitimate starting points. Large Texas health systems including HCA Houston Healthcare and CHRISTUS Health periodically post trainee or coding apprentice roles for credentialed candidates without production experience. Candidates who move laterally from medical billing, health information technician, or patient access roles within a Texas facility often find it easier to transition internally into a coding role than to enter from outside the organization.
Where can I find and apply to medical coder jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to medical coder jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across health systems, physician groups, and revenue cycle employers. Find a role that fits and apply directly.
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