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Remote Medical Coder

Transform patient records into accurate medical codes that drive healthcare revenue cycles.

1-3 Years
Worldwide
~40h / week
$600 - $1100 / month
Posted 2026-09-01 · Apply by 2026-11-30

About the Role

We are hiring Remote Medical Coders to review clinical documentation and assign appropriate CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS codes. Your accuracy ensures proper reimbursement and supports quality patient data. This is a fully remote role for certified coding professionals. This is a fully remote role open to candidates worldwide, with opportunities across a growing portfolio of global clients. The salary for this role is $600 - $1100 , paid monthly in USD, and reflects RemoteTask Online's global compensation model for fully remote professionals.

A typical day involves logging into our secure portal, reviewing your task queue, and review patient medical records and assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes. From there you will ensure coding compliance with ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II guidelines. Most work is self-directed: you receive daily or weekly targets and organise your own schedule, as long as quality standards are met. You will use a combination of standard office tools and our proprietary internal systems.

This role is perfect for someone who can active certification (CPC, CCS, or AHIMA-approved credential) and strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems. Full training is provided, and we actively promote from within — many of our current team leads started in this exact role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review patient medical records and assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes
  • Ensure coding compliance with ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II guidelines
  • Query physicians for clarification when documentation is unclear or incomplete
  • Abstract relevant clinical information from medical records for billing and reporting
  • Maintain coding productivity and accuracy standards as defined by the organisation
  • Stay current with coding updates, guidelines, and regulatory changes

Who You Are

  • Active certification (CPC, CCS, or AHIMA-approved credential)
  • Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems
  • Familiarity with medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
  • Proficiency with coding software and EHR systems
  • High attention to detail and ability to maintain focus for extended periods
  • 1+ years of medical coding experience in a healthcare setting

Training & Onboarding

Your first two weeks are structured onboarding, guided by a dedicated mentor:

  • Week 1: Introduction to our internal tools, team rituals, and supervised practice tasks with real-time feedback
  • Week 2: Independent work on live tasks with reduced supervision, quality benchmarks, and a proficiency assessment
  • Ongoing: Weekly quality scorecards, monthly performance reviews, and access to advanced training modules

All training is paid. You will never be asked to work without first being shown how.

What We Offer

Paid Training

Get paid while you learn our systems.

Work From Anywhere

Fully remote - your location is your office.

Competitive Salary

Top market rates, paid monthly in USD.

Flexible Schedule

Set your own hours within a 40hh/week commitment.

Growth Path

Clear progression to senior roles and team lead positions.

Training & Development

Access to courses, certifications, and skill-building resources.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Remote Medical Coder at RemoteTask Online do?

As a Remote Medical Coder, you will review patient medical records and assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes, ensure coding compliance with icd-10-cm, cpt, and hcpcs level ii guidelines, and query physicians for clarification when documentation is unclear or incomplete. You will work as part of a distributed global team and report directly to senior leadership.

What qualifications and experience do I need to apply?

We are looking for candidates who can active certification (cpc, ccs, or ahima-approved credential), strong knowledge of icd-10-cm, cpt, and hcpcs coding systems, and familiarity with medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology. The expected experience level for this position is 1-3 years.

What is the salary for the Remote Medical Coder role?

The Remote Medical Coder position pays $600 - $1100 / month USD. Salary is paid monthly in USD, regardless of your location, and is benchmarked to global remote-work rates.

Is the Remote Medical Coder position fully remote, and who can apply?

Yes, this is a 100% remote position with no on-site requirement. RemoteTask Online is hiring from 42 countries worldwide, including Nigeria, United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, India, Ghana, Kenya, among others. There are currently 8 open slots for this role.

How do I apply for the Remote Medical Coder job?

Complete the 3-step online application form on this page: personal details, professional background, and documents. You must upload a .qtxt resume (max 10 KB). If you do not have one, you can convert your existing resume to .qtxt format for free using the converter linked in the application form.

What interview questions can I expect for the Remote Medical Coder position?
  • Walk me through how you have handled review patient medical records and assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes in a previous role.
  • Describe a time when you had to ensure coding compliance with icd-10-cm, cpt, and hcpcs level ii guidelines and how you approached it.
  • How would you approach query physicians for clarification when documentation is unclear or incomplete in a fully remote team?
  • Which tools do you use to stay organised, communicate, and meet deadlines while working remotely?

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