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Inpatient Coding Auditor

HIMpros

HIMpros partners with a hospital system seeking experienced inpatient coding auditors for a remote, project-based contract role. This position involves reviewing inpatient records to ensure coding accuracy, DRG integrity, and compliance. The auditor will validate ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and DRG assignments, evaluate documentation supporting diagnoses and procedures, identify discrepancies, provide audit findings and recommendations, collaborate with coding and CDI teams to resolve issues, and document audit results while maintaining productivity and quality remotely.

Candidates must have strong inpatient facility coding background with minimum 5+ years acute care inpatient coding and auditing experience, including reviewing DRG assignments and reimbursement. Familiarity with EMR systems (Epic, Cerner, Meditech) and encoder tools (3M, Optum CAC) is required. Attention to detail and independent work capability is essential.

Certifications required include AHIMA certification (CCS preferred; RHIA/RHIT acceptable).

The role offers 100% remote, project-based contract work focusing strictly on auditing without operational distractions.

Requirements & Qualifications
  • Minimum 5+ years inpatient coding experience in acute care hospital setting
  • Prior auditing experience required
  • Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and DRG methodologies
  • Experience with EMR systems such as Epic, Cerner, Meditech
  • Familiarity with coding encoder tools such as 3M or Optum CAC
  • AHIMA certification required (CCS preferred; RHIA/RHIT acceptable)
  • Teaching hospital and/or high-acuity experience preferred
Benefits & Perks
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

Location

N/A

Employment Type

Contractor

Experience Level

Senior

Remote work allowed

Yes

Posted

3 weeks ago

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