OPT Coding Specialist Jobs
Coding Specialist roles on OPT typically fall under computer science or health information management degree requirements, making them a strong fit for F-1 students in those fields. Your 12-month OPT window (or 24-month STEM extension) gives employers a clear timeline to evaluate you for H-1B visa sponsorship.
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Description:
Responsibilities:
- Job responsibilities include those listed in competencies document
- Maintains a professional image and exhibits excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers in accordance with our Service Excellence Standards and Core Values
- This position will primarily serve the needs of practices and physicians within MPA Women’s and Children’s Service Line, in close collaboration with MPA Revenue Cycle Management. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of 1995/1997 AMA-CMS Evaluation and Management (E&M) and ICD-10 Coding guidelines. Responsibilities of this position include:
- Maintain current knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT classifications and coding of E&M, diagnoses, and office procedures.
- Continuously review provider’s medical record documentation against current E&M guidelines to determine appropriate E&M visit level CPT codes as well as ICD-10 codes.
- Provide continuous one-on-one assessments of E&M chart review with each provider, offering potential documentation improvement opportunities and issues for E&M, office procedures, and professional services performed at a hospital.
- Provide regular reports and updates to MPA Primary Care Services AVPs
- Assist new MPA providers on E&M coding and documentation guidelines.
- Provide ongoing support and education of MPA providers regarding proper documentation of services performed.
- Research and keep updated on current coding information, passing along regular updates to practice Directors and Office Managers.
- Attend Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) Coding Department meetings, as directed.
- As needed or requested, assist with development of RCM coding department policy and procedures and implementation of streamlined functions.
- Coordinate and maintain yearly RSV clinic
Qualifications
- A minimum of 2 years of physician E&M coding experience, along with knowledge of Excel
- Previous experience working in a physician practice
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited school
- Active CPC certification thru AAPC or other nationally recognized coding credentialing
Requirements:
Degrees:
Bachelor Degree
Licenses and Certifications:
AAPC Certified Professional Coder
If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area. With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Coding Specialist
Confirm your degree supports the role
Coding Specialist positions often require a background in health information management, computer science, or a related field. Verify your degree aligns before applying, as employers will need this match documented for any future visa sponsorship.
Prioritize STEM OPT-eligible employers
If your degree qualifies for the 24-month STEM extension, target employers enrolled in E-Verify. This doubles your authorized work period and gives sponsoring employers more time to file an H-1B visa petition on your behalf.
Ask about sponsorship timelines early
Bring up H-1B sponsorship before accepting an offer, not after. Ask whether the company has sponsored before and how far in advance they begin the process. Late starts can leave your OPT expired before a petition is filed.
Pursue relevant certifications proactively
Credentials like the CPC or CCS signal technical competence to hiring managers. Earning one during your OPT period strengthens your case for sponsorship by demonstrating commitment to the field beyond your academic background.
Document your work authorization clearly
Prepare your EAD card, I-20 with OPT authorization, and any STEM extension approval before interviews. Employers unfamiliar with OPT often hesitate due to confusion. Clear documentation removes that friction and moves the conversation forward.
Focus on employers with established immigration programs
Healthcare systems, large coding vendors, and hospital networks are more likely to have existing immigration counsel and H-1B sponsorship infrastructure. Smaller practices may be willing but lack the administrative capacity to navigate the process.
Coding Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Coding Specialist on OPT?
Yes, as long as your job is directly related to your degree field. Coding Specialist roles typically qualify for students with degrees in health information management, health informatics, or computer science. Your position must fall within your authorized field of study, so confirm the alignment before accepting an offer.
Do Coding Specialist jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree. If you graduated from a STEM-designated program, such as health informatics or computer science, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Health information management degrees without a STEM designation generally do not qualify. Check your program's Classification of Instructional Programs code with your DSO.
How do I find Coding Specialist jobs that sponsor OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Coding Specialist roles from employers actively open to OPT candidates. Filtering by sponsorship willingness saves significant time compared to applying broadly and asking during interviews. Focus on healthcare systems, medical billing companies, and hospital networks, as these organizations hire at scale and are more likely to have existing immigration support in place.
What happens to my OPT status if my Coding Specialist job ends?
You enter a 60-day grace period from your last day of authorized employment. During that window, you can find a new qualifying position, transfer to a different visa status, or prepare to depart. You cannot work during the grace period. If you're on a STEM extension, the same 60-day rule applies, and unemployment accumulation limits still count.
Will Coding Specialist experience help me get H-1B sponsorship?
Coding Specialist roles can qualify as specialty occupations under the H-1B if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Employers in healthcare IT and large hospital networks are familiar with the H-1B process. Building a track record in a specialized coding area, such as inpatient coding or risk adjustment, strengthens the specialty occupation argument in a petition.