Coding Quality Auditor: Data Integrity & Compliance

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Coding Quality Auditor to ensure accuracy in coding practices for outpatient and inpatient encounters. This role involves quality reviews, maintaining compliance with coding guidelines, and actively participating in performance improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have robust coding knowledge and the ability to communicate effectively with healthcare teams.

Qualifications

• Five years of relevant coding experience required.
• Certified Health Information Technician or similar qualification needed.
• Proficiency in medical terminology and coding standards essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure coding quality by assigning accurate codes according to guidelines.
• Participate in quality assurance reviews to maintain data integrity.
• Facilitate communication between coding teams and medical staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Knowledge in medical coding

Analytical skills

Education

Associate's degree or higher in Health Informatics

Tools

Electronic encoder application

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking a Coding Quality Auditor to ensure accuracy in coding practices for outpatient and inpatient encounters. This role involves quality reviews, maintaining compliance with coding guidelines, and actively participating in performance improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have robust coding knowledge and the ability to communicate effectively with healthcare teams.