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Certified Professional Coder

  • PittsburghPA
  • Full-Time
  • Remote
  • Day Job

PostedFebruary 24, 2026

Pay$21.14–$35.13 / hr

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About this role

ST Health Corporate Revenue Cycle is hiring a Certified Professional Coder to join our coding team to work on surgical coding.  This position will be a work-from-home position working Monday through Friday during normal business hours. To be considered for this position, you must have three years of coding experience.

In this role, you will have the same responsibilities as Coder II, but also be responsible for assigning PQRS codes and assist in the development of templates and processes to obtain the appropriate documentation. Provide feedback to the physicians on coding, documentation, edit, and denial issues.

Responsibilities:

  • Identify incomplete documentation in the medical record and formulate a physician query to obtain missing documentation and/or clarification and provide education to physicians to accurately complete the coding process.
  • Refer problem accounts to appropriate coding or management personnel for resolution.
  • Make forward progress within the training period toward meeting coding accuracy standards of the departments within the first year of employment. Meet appropriate coding productivity standards within the time frame established by management staff.
  • Provides training on code selection for new and existing staff.
  • Investigate and resolve reimbursement issues, including denials, in a timely manner per department standards.
  • Responsible for assigning PQRS codes and assists in the development of templates and processes to obtain the appropriate documentation.
  • Utilize standard coding guidelines, principles and coding clinics to assign the appropriate ICD and CPT codes for all record types to ensure accurate reimbursement. (i.e. use of coding clinics, CPT Assistant, etc). Review coding for accuracy and completeness prior to submission to billing system utilizing CCI edits. Utilize the ACEP acuity level guidelines for assigning the correct acuity level for ED coding.
  • Complete work assignments in a timely manner and understand the workflow of the department. Maintain daily productivity statistics and submit a weekly productivity sheet to management.
  • Be a resource to other coding staff.
  • Utilize computer applications and resources essential to completing the coding process efficiently.
  • Adhere to internal and system-wide competencies, behaviors, policies and procedures to ensure efficient work processes. Actively participate in monthly coding meetings and share ideas and suggestions for operational improvements. Maintain continuing education by reviewing updated CPT assistant guidelines and updated coding clinics.
  • Work with department management on coding interface, development, enhancements and changes, as well as implementation of those functions.
  • Lead, participate in and/or assist with departmental coding audits.
  • High school graduate or equivalent. 
  • Three years physician coding experience in the applicable specialty.
  • Graduate of an approved certified coding program preferred. 
  • Proficient computer skills with MS excel knowledge preferred.



    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
     

  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) OR Certified Professional Coder (CPC) OR Registered Health Information Administrator OR Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) OR Certified Coding Specialist – Physician Based (CCS-P) required.
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) OR Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-Based (CCS-P) OR Certified Professional Coder (CPC) OR Nationally Registered Certified Coding Specialist (NRCCS) OR Registered Health Information Administrator OR Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
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ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Pay range

$21.14–$35.13 / hr

Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.

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# Certified Professional Coder

- Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Remote)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Health Information Management
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: Corporate Finance
- Pay: $21.14–$35.13 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-02-24T10:00:16.533Z

## Description

ST Health Corporate Revenue Cycle is hiring a Certified Professional Coder to join our coding team to work on surgical coding. This position will be a work-from-home position working Monday through Friday during normal business hours. To be considered for this position, you must have three years of coding experience.

In this role, you will have the same responsibilities as Coder II, but also be responsible for assigning PQRS codes and assist in the development of templates and processes to obtain the appropriate documentation. Provide feedback to the physicians on coding, documentation, edit, and denial issues.
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Shift and schedule

  • Shift

    Day Job

  • Hours

    Full-Time

  • Workplace

    Remote

Where you’ll work

Pittsburgh, PA

A city of bridges, neighborhoods and world-class medicine. Affordable living, a booming health sector, and Pepper Health facilities across the metro — from our flagship Shadyside campus to a home-health network covering every borough.

About working in Pittsburgh
  • Pepper Health Shadyside
  • Pepper Health Passavant
  • Pepper Health Children's
  • Pepper Health Rehab Services
  • Pepper Health at Home

Benefits

Benefits from day one

  • Day-one health coverage

    Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.

  • Tuition & certifications

    Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.

  • Retirement with match

    403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.

  • PTO & wellbeing days

    Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.

  • Ladders & residencies

    Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.

  • Family support

    Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.

Stories

From people in this role

Devin R., Lead MRI Technologist

Allied health at Pepper is a career, not just a job. Certifications paid, cross-training encouraged, and a clear ladder from tech to lead.

Devin R.Lead MRI Technologist — joined as a tech

Career progression

Where this role can lead

  1. New-grad RN / Residency

  2. Staff RN — specialty certified

  3. Charge / Clinical Resource RN

  4. Nurse Manager or CNS / NP track

  5. Director of Nursing

FAQ

Questions people ask about this role

About this roleCan I cross-train into other modalities?

Yes — cross-training is how most of our imaging and lab teams grow. Your manager builds it into your development plan.

About this roleDo you support continuing education?

Up to $5,250/yr in tuition support plus paid certification fees — many of our techs are in degree programs while working.

About this roleIs there a path from entry roles to clinical careers?

Our patient-care-support roles feed directly into nursing and allied pipelines, with tuition support and schedules that flex around school.

About this roleWhat does advancement look like?

Defined ladders — tech → senior → lead → supervisor — with transparent criteria and pay steps published for every level.

Application process

What happens after you apply

  1. Apply

    ~2 min

    Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.

  2. Recruiter screen

    2–3 days

    A real person reviews every application and reaches out.

  3. Interviews

    Week 1–2

    Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.

  4. Offer

    Within 30 days

    Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.

  5. Welcome

    Day one

    Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.

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