Intern - Radiology Coding/Economics Policy

American College of Radiology • Reston, VA

1d • $19 - $23 • Hybrid

About The Position

The American College of Radiology (ACR) is home to nearly 40,000 medical imaging specialists who are shaping the future of patient care. As an intern here, you won’t just observe—you’ll contribute to work that drives national policy, advances clinical research, and strengthens quality and safety in healthcare. You’ll be part of a mission‑driven nonprofit with more than 500 employees working together in a culture that values curiosity, integrity, and bold ideas. It’s a place where early‑career talent is encouraged to grow, take initiative, and make a real impact. If these values resonate with you— Integrity Visionary thinking Excellence Leadership Transparency Member‑Driven purpose ~then you’ll fit right in. We’d love to have you bring your energy and perspective to our team. The Radiology Coding Analyst Intern plays a critical role in supporting accurate and compliant coding practices within radiology. This position involves assisting staff in drafting coding reports for Clinical Examples in Radiology , analyzing coding and payment policy regulations, and providing coding guidance to members. The ideal candidate will have a background in regulatory analysis and technical writing.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Health Sciences or a related field.
• Enrolled full-time and carrying a 3.0+ GPA
• Attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
• Work collaboratively and autonomously.
• Reliable, creative and mature.
• Eager to learn, self-driven and ready to take initiative.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in medical coding, regulatory analysis, or technical writing is a big plus!
• Medical coding involves reviewing clinical documentation and working with healthcare regulations, NOT writing software, programming, or building apps.

Responsibilities

• Coding Report Development: Assist in reviewing coding reports and drafting related article(s) for Clinical Examples in Radiology . Ensure reports reflect current coding guidelines, including newly added, revised, and deleted Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) codes and their descriptors.
• Regulatory Analysis: Conduct in-depth analysis of coding and payment policy regulations, including CMS and AMA guidelines. Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on radiology coding practices.
• Member and AMA Support: Research and draft responses to coding-related inquiries from AMA staff and ACR members. Provide clear, accurate, and timely guidance on complex coding scenarios.
• Code Change Review: Evaluate code change applications (CCA) for accuracy. Collaborate with staff and CPT doctors to provide feedback and recommendations.
• CMS NCCI Edit Review: Review proposed CMS National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits. Draft and submit comment letters when necessary.

Benefits

• Interns work a 32.5 hour hybrid work week, from 5/18/26 – 8/7/26, with every Friday afternoon off!
• Depending on class level, a reasonable estimate of the hourly compensation range for this position is $19.00 – $23.00.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern