Inpatient Coding Auditor

Job Description

Job Description

Inpatient Coding Auditor

Location: Remote (Must reside in one of the following states: FL, AL, AZ, CO, GA, ID, IL, KY, MA, MI, NV, NM, NC, SC, PA, TX, VA, or WA)
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST (flexibility available over time)
Pay: $30-34/hr DOE + strong opportunity for pay increases and career advancement
EMR: Epic
Equipment: Company-provided equipment supplied

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Inpatient Coding Auditor to join a growing healthcare organization focused on coding accuracy, compliance, and provider education. This role is responsible for conducting internal professional coding audits across multiple service lines, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement, and collaborating closely with coding leadership and education teams to support compliant reimbursement practices.

The ideal candidate will have strong physician-side coding experience, extensive E/M knowledge, and a background in both inpatient and outpatient surgery auditing. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned coding professional looking for long-term growth within a collaborative and quality-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform internal audits of professional coding across multiple service lines
• Analyze audit findings to identify coding inaccuracies, trends, and educational opportunities
• Partner with Coding Education teams to support physician and coder education initiatives
• Provide feedback and guidance to physicians, non-physician providers, office staff, practice managers, and leadership regarding coding compliance and best practices
• Identify physician documentation improvement opportunities and communicate recommendations effectively
• Collaborate with Physician Coding Education and leadership teams to ensure coding accuracy aligned with payer guidelines and reimbursement standards
• Utilize CMS, AMA, AHCA, federal regulations, and internal resources to support compliant coding practices
• Participate in health plan and payer audits as needed
• Ensure audit findings and submitted data are accurate, complete, and supported by regulatory guidelines
• Perform physician queries for documentation clarification during concurrent chart review processes
• Serve as a mentor and resource for new coders and team members
• Assist with testing, training, and onboarding of incoming coders
• Conduct focused physician reviews and provide findings to leadership
• Attend departmental and interdepartmental meetings as required
• Adhere to ethical coding standards, compliance regulations, and organizational policies

Qualifications:

Required Certifications

Candidates must hold at least one of the following active certifications:

• CPC
• CCS
• CIC
• RHIT

Additional Requirements:

• CPMA preferred; candidates with 5+ years of auditing experience may be considered with the expectation of obtaining CPMA within 1 year of hire

Required Experience:

• 5+ years of professional coding experience across multiple specialties
• 5+ years of coding auditing experience preferred
• Strong physician-side coding experience required
• Extensive Evaluation & Management (E/M) coding experience
• Inpatient and outpatient surgery coding/auditing experience required
• Strong understanding of payer guidelines, coding compliance, and reimbursement methodologies
• Experience working within Epic EMR preferred

Why Join?

• Fully remote opportunity within approved states
• Equipment provided by employer
• Competitive compensation with clear growth potential
• Collaborative and education-focused environment
• Strong leadership support and advancement opportunities
• Stable Monday-Friday schedule with future flexibility available

For California Applicants:

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.

Company Description

Here at Medix, we are dedicated to providing workforce solutions to clients throughout multiple industries. We have been named among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation for two consecutive years. Medix has also been ranked as one of the fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.

Our commitment to our core purpose of positively impacting 20,000 lives affects not only the way we interact with our clients and talent, but also with our co-workers! The goal is lofty, but it is made attainable through the hard work and dedication of our teams and their willingness to lock arms together. Are you ready to lock arms with us?

Company Description

Here at Medix, we are dedicated to providing workforce solutions to clients throughout multiple industries. We have been named among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation for two consecutive years. Medix has also been ranked as one of the fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.\r\n\r\nOur commitment to our core purpose of positively impacting 20,000 lives affects not only the way we interact with our clients and talent, but also with our co-workers! The goal is lofty, but it is made attainable through the hard work and dedication of our teams and their willingness to lock arms together. Are you ready to lock arms with us?