Senior HIM Coding Quality Auditor

Houston Methodist; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Coding Quality Auditor to ensure accuracy in code assignment for outpatient and inpatient encounters based on documentation in the electronic medical record. The role supports data integrity, coding accuracy, and revenue preservation while participating in department quality improvement initiatives.

The position requires adherence to AHIMA guidelines, strong English communication, and proficiency with encoder tools.

Qualifications

• Five years of coding experience relevant to auditing (inpatient, outpatient, professional fee).
• Associate’s degree or higher in an AHIMA-accredited program or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate ICD-9-CM/ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS and CPT coding based on documentation.
• Participate in quality reviews and performance improvement projects.
• Collaborate with coding team and hospital departments to ensure data integrity and compliance.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Customer service focus

Electronic medical record knowledge

Medical terminology

Encoder application knowledge

AHIMA ICD-10 knowledge

Education

AHIMA accredited program degree

Tools

Electronic encoder application

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking a Coding Quality Auditor to ensure accuracy in code assignment for outpatient and inpatient encounters based on documentation in the electronic medical record. The role supports data integrity, coding accuracy, and revenue preservation while participating in department quality improvement initiatives.

The position requires adherence to AHIMA guidelines, strong English communication, and proficiency with encoder tools.