Posted August 23, 2026
Medical Coder | $19/hr
Key People Key Positions
Tulsa, OK, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
Key Personnel is seeking a Medical Coder to join a growing healthcare organization in the Tulsa, OK area.
Medical Coder Pay: $19.00/hour
Medical Coder Hours: Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Medical Coder Summary:
The Medical Coder plays a critical role in supporting accurate healthcare billing and reimbursement by reviewing patient medical records, provider documentation, and outpatient encounters to assign appropriate CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes. This position is responsible for ensuring coding accuracy, maintaining compliance with applicable coding guidelines, and supporting an efficient reimbursement process. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work independently while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
Medical Coder Responsibilities:
- Review patient medical records and provider documentation to determine appropriate CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes prior to billing.
- Review outpatient encounters for accurate and complete coding.
- Manage and maintain the medical coding queue.
- Enter charges and print daily charge tickets as needed.
- Post medical charges accurately and efficiently.
- Review insurance and bill charges appropriately based on coding and documentation.
- Maintain accurate coding records and documentation.
- Stay current on coding guidelines, regulations, and coding changes.
- Assist other coders with reviewing patient charts and resolving coding questions.
- Review charts for completeness, accuracy, and appropriate coding.
- Maintain required continuing education and CEUs to remain current with coding standards.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
- Communicate with clinical and administrative staff regarding coding questions or documentation concerns.
- Perform additional coding and administrative duties as assigned.
Medical Coder Qualifications:
- CPC (Certified Professional Coder) certification required.
- Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of medical coding experience required.
- Working knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding.
- Understanding of medical terminology and healthcare documentation.
- Ability to accurately review and interpret medical records and provider notes.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with computers and electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a healthcare team.
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and following HIPAA requirements.
Medical Coder Preferred Skills:
- Experience with outpatient medical coding preferred.
- Experience working with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
- Knowledge of medical billing and reimbursement processes.
- Experience with charge entry and charge posting.
- Familiarity with insurance billing requirements and payer guidelines.
- Experience working in a physician practice, clinic, or other healthcare setting.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
- Work is performed primarily in a professional healthcare office environment.
- Ability to sit for extended periods while reviewing medical records and working at a computer.
- Frequent use of computers, EMR systems, telephone, and other office equipment.
- Ability to maintain concentration and accuracy while reviewing detailed medical documentation.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a professional healthcare environment.
Key Personnel Benefits:
While on Key Personnel's payroll, you can access Key's benefits package, including health, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, term life, short-term disability, PTO, and more!
For additional job openings, visit: www.keyjobs.com
Key Personnel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A drug screen and background check may be required.
