Inpatient Coding Auditor

Virtual Vocations Inc; United States; À distance; USD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Virtual Vocations Inc. seeks a detail-oriented Inpatient Coding Auditor, Senior Associate to perform remote audits of medical records and ensure accurate coding in line with regulatory guidelines.

Flexible hours and strong career growth potential are highlighted in the posting. The role emphasizes reviewing ICD-10-CM/PCS, APC/HCPCS/CPT coding, and DRG systems, with mentorship for new auditors and opportunities to cross-train across claim types.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of active professional credentials through AHIMA or AAPC (CPC, CCS, COC, RHIA, RHIT) required.
• 3+ years of inpatient or outpatient coding experience.
• Proficiency in ICD-10-CM/PCS, APC/ASC, HCPCS, CPT.
• Thorough understanding of APR-DRG, AP-DRG, and MS-DRG systems.
• Experience in medical record coding and auditing.

Responsabilités

• Conduct audits of medical record documentation to verify the accuracy of diagnosis and procedure codes, adhering to official coding guidelines.
• Achieve established productivity and quality performance standards while cross-training to review multiple claim types.
• Assist in training and mentoring new Coding Auditors, providing ongoing education and support.

Connaissances

Medical coding

Auditing

Regulatory guidelines

Formation

AHIMA or AAPC credentials (CPC/CCS/COC/RHIA/RHIT)

Description du poste

Seeking a detail-oriented Inpatient Coding Auditor, Senior Associate to perform remote audits of medical records, ensuring accurate coding in compliance with regulatory guidelines, while maintaining flexible hours and opportunities for career advancement.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct audits of medical record documentation to verify the accuracy of diagnosis and procedure codes, adhering to official coding guidelines
• Achieve established productivity and quality performance standards while cross-training to review multiple claim types
• Assist in training and mentoring new Coding Auditors, providing ongoing education and support

Required qualifications

• 1+ years of active professional credentials through AHIMA or AAPC (CPC, CCS, COC, RHIA, RHIT) required
• 3+ years of experience coding inpatient or outpatient claims
• Proficiency in medical record auditing and coding methodologies, including ICD-10 CM, ICD-10-PCS, APC, ASC, HCPCS, and CPT
• Thorough understanding of APR-DRG, AP-DRG, and MS-DRG systems
• Demonstrated experience in medical record coding and auditing