Remote Coding Denials & Appeals Auditor

TEKsystems; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote

Flexible scheduling

Contract-to-hire potential

Quarterly incentive eligibility

Long-term growth potential

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking an experienced Coding Denials & Appeals Auditor for a fully remote 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity. The role focuses on inpatient denials, DRG validation, and writing compelling appeal letters to recover reimbursements.

The ideal candidate will review medical records, analyze coding accuracy, and collaborate with revenue cycle and clinical teams. Epic experience and professional coding certification are required.

Qualifications

• Active coding certification (CCS, CPC, RHIT, RHIA, or equivalent).
• Acute-care/inpatient coding experience.
• Experience reviewing coding denials and writing payer appeals.
• Knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, DRG and coding standards.
• Strong written communication skills.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Review inpatient and outpatient coding denials from commercial payers.
• Analyze records, coding, and documentation to identify appeal opportunities.
• Write clear, clinically supported appeal letters for denials.
• Validate DRG, ICD-10, CPT, APC, and MS-DRG coding assignments.
• Determine when to appeal vs. uphold denials.
• Document denial and appeal activity in workflows.
• Prioritize work based on recovery potential and financial impact.
• Collaborate with coding, CDI, revenue cycle, and clinical teams.
• Utilize Epic and AI-assisted tools to support appeals.

Skills

Inpatient coding

Appeals writing

Critical thinking

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Epic

Job description

Coding Denials & Appeals Auditor

Fully Remote | 6-Month Contract-to-Hire | Full-Time (40 Hours/Week)

We are seeking an experienced Coding Denials & Appeals Auditor to review payer coding denials, evaluate clinical documentation, and develop well-supported appeal letters to recover appropriate reimbursement. This role is heavily focused on inpatient coding denials, DRG validation, and appeals writing.

Key Responsibilities

• Review inpatient and outpatient coding denials from commercial payers
• Analyze medical records, coding, and documentation to determine appeal opportunities
• Write clear, clinically supported appeal letters for coding and medical necessity denials
• Validate DRG, ICD-10, CPT, APC, and MS-DRG coding assignments
• Determine when denials should be appealed versus upheld
• Document denial and appeal activity within established workflows
• Prioritize work based on recovery potential and financial impact
• Collaborate with coding, CDI, revenue cycle, and clinical teams
• Utilize Epic and AI-assisted appeal tools to support appeal development

Required Qualifications

• Active coding certification (CCS, CPC, RHIT, RHIA, or equivalent)
• Acute-care coding experience with strong inpatient coding knowledge
• Experience reviewing coding denials and writing payer appeal letters
• Knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, DRG, and coding compliance standards
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and written communication skills
• High School Diploma or GED

Why Join?

• 100% remote opportunity
• Flexible scheduling within a Monday-Friday workweek
• Ability to make a direct impact on revenue recovery through successful appeals
• Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term growth potential
• Quarterly incentive eligibility upon conversion to permanent employment

This position is ideal for a certified coding professional with strong inpatient expertise who enjoys investigating denials, defending accurate coding, and driving reimbursement recovery through effective appeals.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $38.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.