Remote Inpatient Coding Specialist

Datavant; Helena (MT); Remote; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Equipment provided

Training and mentorship

Job summary

Datavant is seeking an Inpatient Auditing Specialist to lead inpatient facility coding audits and provide solid rationale for coding decisions. This remote role requires strong query writing, independence, and the ability to manage multiple client inquiries with accuracy and professionalism.

You will work with Epic, Cerner, and other EMRs to ensure high DRG accuracy, while staying abreast of regulatory changes and maintaining excellent productivity and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Strong query writing skills and ability to multi-task across multiple clients.
• Independent with strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Meet productivity and quality expectations with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform inpatient facility coding audits per scope of work using MS DRG/APR DRGs.
• Provide concise rationale with references and documentation locations for changes.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes affecting coding practices.
• Organize and prioritize multiple cases to optimize workflow and turnaround time.
• Educate coders through the auditing process.
• Maintain professional, efficient, and positive conduct.
• Adhere to AHIMA’s code of ethics.
• Be customer-service focused with professionalism and reliability.
• Demonstrate high complexity in duties and sound decision-making.

Skills

Query writing

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Independence

Education

CCS

RHIA

RHIT

Tools

Epic

Cerner

Job description

Datavant is seeking an Inpatient Auditing Specialist to lead inpatient facility coding audits and provide solid rationale for coding decisions. This remote role requires strong query writing, independence, and the ability to manage multiple client inquiries with accuracy and professionalism.

You will work with Epic, Cerner, and other EMRs to ensure high DRG accuracy, while staying abreast of regulatory changes and maintaining excellent productivity and quality standards.