Remote Certified Coding Specialist Jobs
Remote Certified Coding Specialist jobs are concentrated in healthcare, revenue cycle management, and health information services, where distributed teams handle medical record coding for payers, hospital systems, and specialty practices. Companies hiring remotely include UPMC, UF Health, and NeoGenomics. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Are you motivated to participate in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment? Do you want to join a company that invests in its employees? Are you seeking a position where you can use your skills while continuing to be challenged and learn? Then we encourage you to dive deeper into this opportunity.
NeoGenomics has an opening for a Temporary Certified Coding Specialist who wants to continue to learn in order to allow our company to grow.
Shift: Monday – Friday, Remote role.
Now that you know what we're looking for in talent, let us tell you why you'd want to work at NeoGenomics:
As an employer, we promise to provide you with a purpose driven mission in which you have the opportunity to save lives by improving patient care through the exceptional work you perform. Together, we will become the world's leading cancer reference laboratory.
Position Summary:
As a Certified Coding Specialist, you will analyze medical records and abstracts clinical data by assigning codes from patient records in accordance to coding classification systems. You will also interact with physicians when code assignments are not straightforward or documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous or unclear for coding purposes. Identifies and reports documentation issues and may participate in team education activities.
Responsibilities:
- Abstracts relevant clinical and demographic information from the medical record to assign current ICD10 and CPT codes in accordance with coding and reimbursement guidelines
- Identifies principal and secondary ICD10 diagnosis codes with minimal error based on national based standards
- Codes with an accuracy of 97% based on QA internal reviews
- Records all diagnostic procedures and assigns appropriate procedure codes
- Requests diagnosis from physicians when information is not recorded
- Determines and records required medical information
- Maintains the confidentiality of medical information contained in each record and protects data by following HIPAA compliant regulations
Experience, Education and Qualifications:
- AAPC or AHIMA Certification required
- Minimum experience for this position should have at least 1-year of medical coding experience
- Thorough knowledge of ICD10 diagnosis coding and official coding guidelines
- Thorough knowledge of CPT coding, NCCI and modifier usage
- Thorough knowledge of CMS LCD/NCD and payer medical policies
- Thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology in addition to medical terminology and disease process
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Are you motivated to participate in a dynamic, multi-tasking environment? Do you want to join a company that invests in its employees? Are you seeking a position where you can use your skills while continuing to be challenged and learn? Then we encourage you to dive deeper into this opportunity.
NeoGenomics has an opening for a Temporary Certified Coding Specialist who wants to continue to learn in order to allow our company to grow.
Shift: Monday – Friday, Remote role.
Now that you know what we're looking for in talent, let us tell you why you'd want to work at NeoGenomics:
As an employer, we promise to provide you with a purpose driven mission in which you have the opportunity to save lives by improving patient care through the exceptional work you perform. Together, we will become the world's leading cancer reference laboratory.
Position Summary:
As a Certified Coding Specialist, you will analyze medical records and abstracts clinical data by assigning codes from patient records in accordance to coding classification systems. You will also interact with physicians when code assignments are not straightforward or documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous or unclear for coding purposes. Identifies and reports documentation issues and may participate in team education activities.
Responsibilities:
- Abstracts relevant clinical and demographic information from the medical record to assign current ICD10 and CPT codes in accordance with coding and reimbursement guidelines
- Identifies principal and secondary ICD10 diagnosis codes with minimal error based on national based standards
- Codes with an accuracy of 97% based on QA internal reviews
- Records all diagnostic procedures and assigns appropriate procedure codes
- Requests diagnosis from physicians when information is not recorded
- Determines and records required medical information
- Maintains the confidentiality of medical information contained in each record and protects data by following HIPAA compliant regulations
Experience, Education and Qualifications:
- AAPC or AHIMA Certification required
- Minimum experience for this position should have at least 1-year of medical coding experience
- Thorough knowledge of ICD10 diagnosis coding and official coding guidelines
- Thorough knowledge of CPT coding, NCCI and modifier usage
- Thorough knowledge of CMS LCD/NCD and payer medical policies
- Thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology in addition to medical terminology and disease process
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote certified coding specialist jobs.
- CCS or equivalent AHIMA or AAPC certification in good standing
- Proficiency in ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and CPT code sets
- Experience with an encoder and electronic health record system
- Knowledge of Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting
- Minimum of two years of coding experience in a clinical or hospital setting
- Familiarity with payer-specific coding policies and medical necessity criteria
Tips for Your Remote Certified Coding Specialist Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote certified coding specialist openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your specialty and apply directly. Remote postings fill fast, so checking regularly and applying as soon as a good fit appears puts you ahead of the queue.
Show your coding accuracy rate upfront
Remote employers can't observe your work directly, so they rely on hard numbers. Lead your resume and cover letter with a specific accuracy percentage from a prior role or practicum. Quantified accuracy signals to a remote hiring manager that you can self-manage quality without in-person auditing.
Demonstrate async communication skills clearly
Remote certified coding specialists resolve queries and flag documentation gaps entirely in writing. Practice writing clear, concise audit queries and physician clarification notes. Strong written communication is a screening criterion for remote roles because it replaces the hallway conversation that happens in an office.
Align your specialty experience to the posting
Remote certified coding specialist openings often specify a coding domain such as inpatient facility, outpatient surgery, or professional fee. Highlight your experience in the same domain the posting lists, including the encounter types and payer mixes you coded, so your background maps directly to what the employer needs.
Remote Certified Coding Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote certified coding specialist job?
Remote certified coding specialist roles go to candidates who can demonstrate accurate, independent coding work without in-person oversight. Remote employers screen for proficiency in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding, strong written communication for async audit responses, and the ability to meet productivity targets without daily hand-holding. Holding a current CCS credential and showing measurable accuracy rates from prior work gives candidates a clear edge over applicants with credentials alone.
Which companies hire remote certified coding specialists?
Remote certified coding specialist roles are posted by UPMC, UF Health, and NeoGenomics and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The employers doing the most hiring tend to be remote-first revenue cycle companies, large health systems with distributed coding departments, and third-party medical billing firms serving multi-specialty practices.
Can you get a remote certified coding specialist job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one with minimal supervision. Companies most open to entry-level remote candidates include outpatient billing services and smaller specialty practices. Showing a completed CCS credential, a strong coding practicum, or a personal coding accuracy log gives you something concrete to put in front of a hiring manager instead of professional experience.
Do you need a degree for remote certified coding specialist jobs?
Not always. Most remote employers weight your CCS credential and demonstrated coding accuracy well above a formal degree. A health information technology associate degree can help, but many remote openings list it as preferred rather than required. What closes the gap is a current CCS certification from AHIMA and evidence of consistent productivity and accuracy in a real coding environment.
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