Medical Coder
Compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the healthcare system. Classify medical and healthcare concepts, including diagnosis, procedures, medical services, and equipment, into the healthcare industry's numerical coding system. Includes medical coders.
At a Glance
Medical Coder. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 2.5–2.9 years. Top skills: Medical Coding, Medical Records, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10).
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High school or GED
2.5–2.9 years
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Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Medical Records Specialists
Median Wage
$50,250/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+7.1%
Education
Postsecondary nondegree award
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (16)
Medical Coding
Medical Records
ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10)
CPT Coding
Billing
Procedure Codes
Auditing
Outpatient Coding
Health Information Management
Diagnosis Codes
Medical Coding Compliance
Medical Terminology
Claims Processing
Healthcare Common Procedure Coding Systems
Data Collection
Health Information Technology
Common Skills (9)
Communication
Management
Analytical Skills
Clerical Works
Computer Literacy
Decision Making
Leadership
Verbal Communication Skills
Problem Solving
Certifications (5)
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
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