Coding Auditor & Guidelines Educator

Northwell Health; Village of Lake Success (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in New York is seeking a Coding Auditor to optimize DRG groupings, develop instruction classes, and prepare coding guidelines. You will implement coding changes and collaborate with CDI staff.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, CPC or CCS credential, and 1–3 years of coding experience. Knowledge of federal and state coding guidelines is essential, with strong communication and education skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare, HIM, or related field.
• Current CPC or CCS credential required.
• 1-3 years of relevant coding experience.
• Experience with edits and denials is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conducts coding audits to optimize DRG groupings.
• Develops and implements coding instruction classes.
• Prepares and updates coding guidelines.
• Implements coding changes and communicates to staff.
• Maintains knowledge of federal and state coding guidelines.

Skills

Coding audits

Regulatory guidelines

Staff education

Communication

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CPC or CCS certification

Job description

Northwell Health in New York is seeking a Coding Auditor to optimize DRG groupings, develop instruction classes, and prepare coding guidelines. You will implement coding changes and collaborate with CDI staff.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, CPC or CCS credential, and 1–3 years of coding experience. Knowledge of federal and state coding guidelines is essential, with strong communication and education skills.