Med Abstract - Physician Practice
Is $27.35 - $34.19 Hourly competitive?
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Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join Children's Hospital of Philadelphia as a Medical Abstractor – Physician Practice in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. SHIFT: Day (United States of America) Seeking Breakthrough Makers Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- $34.19 Hourly Salary ranges are shown for full
- time jobs. If you're working part
- time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.
Requirements
- American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
- Required or Certified Professional Coder Apprentice (CPC
- Required or Certified Outpatient Coder (CPC
- Required or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $27.35 - $34.19/hr
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only, student loan benefits. Work with Children's Hospital of Philadelphia in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Medical Coding — Physician Career Context
This Medical Coding position at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
This position also offers production-based compensation: $34000 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Why This Position Stands Out
- Transparent compensation ($34k–$34k)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Medical coding, CPT coding, ICD-10 coding, Revenue cycle management, Electronic health records, Data entry, Critical thinking, Problem-solving. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Medical Coding role.
Core responsibilities: The role involves reviewing medical record documentation to assign accurate CPT and ICD-10 codes for physician billing. Additionally, the incumbent will manage charge submissions, reconcile billable services, and resolve coding-related errors to ensure accurate claim processing.
Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
2d ago