Auditor Clinical Validation Outpatient Specialty Clinical

Cotiviti; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 107,969,000 - 153,775,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Cotiviti is seeking an experienced auditing professional to focus on Coding & Clinical Chart Validation for Outpatient and Specialty audits. The ideal candidate combines nursing credentials with coding/audit expertise across disciplines such as APC, DRG, and professional services.

The role emphasizes clinical review, coding accuracy, medical necessity, and appropriate treatment settings. It requires strong communication, independent work, and adherence to CMS and HIPAA guidelines.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing (active/unrestricted license)
• Coding Certification required: CPC, CIC, CCS, CCS-P, RHIA or RHIT
• 5–7 years of clinical medical record coding or auditing experience
• Strong knowledge of HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules and CMS security requirements
• Adherence to official coding guidelines and CMS mandates
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Audit Outpatient and Specialty Claims using client guidelines (APC, PNPP)
• Apply advanced coding expertise to substantiate conclusions
• Identify new claim types and opportunities for higher recoveries
• Utilize Cotiviti encoder and audit tools; document results in Cotiviti system
• Meet productivity, accuracy and quality standards
• Complete performance plans and special projects as assigned

Skills

Nursing background

Coding auditing

HIPAA knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Nursing degree (Assoc/Bach)

Coding certification (CPC/CIC/CCS/CCS-P/RHIA/RHIT)

Tools

Cotiviti encoder

Audit tools

Job description

Overview

This auditing role will focus on Coding & Clinical Chart Validation for our Outpatient and Specialty audits. The ideal candidate for this position needs to have both a clinical (nurse) and a coding / auditing background focused on one of the following disciplines from a coding and billing perspective: SNF, IRF, Home Health, APC, ER, Diagnostics and Professional Service. This position is responsible for auditing outpatient/specialty claims and documenting the results of those audits. with a focus on clinical review, coding accuracy, medical necessity, and the appropriateness of treatment setting, and services delivered.

Responsibilities

Audits Outpatient and Specialty Claims:

• Utilizes medical chart coding principles and client specific guidelines in performance of medical audit activities with Outpatient (APC, PNPP), Pharmacy and/or Inpatient DRG claims.
• Draws on advanced coding expertise and industry knowledge to substantiate conclusions.
• Performs work independently, reviews and interprets medical records and applies in-depth knowledge of coding principles to determine potential billing/coding issues.

Effectively Utilizes Audit Tools:

• Utilizes advanced proficiency, Cotiviti encoder and audit tools required to perform duties.
• Enters claim into Cotiviti system accurately and in accordance with standard procedures.
• Meets or Exceeds Standards/Guidelines for Productivity Maintains production goals, accuracy and quality standards set by the audit for the auditing concept.

Meets or Exceeds Standards/Guidelines for Quality:

• Achieves the expected level of quality set by the audit for the auditing concept, for valid claim identification and documentation.

Identifies New Claim Types:

• Identifies potential claims outside of the concept where additional recoveries may be available.
• Suggests and develops high quality, high value concepts and/or processes improvement, tools, etc.

Recommends New Concepts and Processes:

• Has broad in-depth knowledge of client, contract terms and complex claim types gained from extensive healthcare auditing experience.
• Suggests, develops and implements new ideas, approaches and/or technological improvements that will support and enhance audit production, communication and client satisfaction.
• Evaluates information and draws logical conclusions.
• Complete all responsibilities as outlined on annual Performance Plan.
• Complete all special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change as the needs of Cotiviti and requirements of the job change.

Qualifications

Education (required):

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing (active /unrestricted license) AND Certifications/Licenses (required).
• Coding Certification required and maintained i.e. CPC, CIC, CCS, CCS-P, RHIA or RHIT.
• 5 to 7 years of experience with clinical medical record coding or auditing and a working knowledge of HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules and CMS security requirements.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules, CMS security requirements and clinical medical record coding or auditing.
• A broad knowledge of medical claims billing/payment systems provider billing guidelines, payer reimbursement policies, medical necessity criteria and coding terminology.
• Ability and desire to utilize base coding and clinical auditing knowledge to learn and become proficient in a variety of outpatient and specialty review types.
• Adherence to official coding guidelines, coding clinic determinations and CMS and other regulatory compliance guidelines and mandates. Requires expert coding knowledge - DRG, ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS codes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well in an individual and team environment.

Mental Requirements:

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Must be able to provide a dedicated, secure work area.
• Must be able to provide high-speed internet access/connectivity and office setup and maintenance.
• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

*This role will start on 11/9/2026.

Base compensation is paid hourly at $45.67/hour (95k annualized). Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, education, skills, certifications, and other business needs. This role is eligible for discretionary bonus consideration.

Nonexempt employees are eligible to receive overtime pay for hours worked in excess of 40 hours in a given week, or as otherwise required by applicable state law.

Cotiviti offers team members a competitive benefits package to address a wide range of personal and family needs, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage, 401(k) savings plans, paid family leave, 9 paid holidays per year, and 17-27 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, depending on specific level and length of service with Cotiviti. For information about our benefits package, please refer to ourCareers page.