Inpatient Coding Auditor Position Available In Fulton, Georgia
Tallo's Job Summary: The Inpatient Coding Auditor is responsible for performing coding quality audits utilizing ICD-10-CM/PCS, HCPCS, and CPT coding references to ensure accurate coding. This remote position requires expertise in DRG, APR, SOI, and ROM. Essential functions include routine coding quality reviews, data abstraction, and collaboration with internal stakeholders. Certification as a CCS, CCS-P, CIC, CIRCC, RHIA, or RHIT is preferred.
Job Description
Inpatient Medical Coder Type:
Remote Needs to be strong in DRG (Diagnoses Related Group) as well as have experience in
APR, SOI
(severity of illness), and ROM (risk of mortality) Description The Coding Auditor 1 is proficient in various types of coding and is responsible for performing coding quality audits and providing feedback to coders. The Coding Auditor 1 utilizes the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10-CM/PCS), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS), including Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and other coding references to ensure accurate coding. Coding references will be used to ensure accurate coding and grouping of classification assignments (e.g., MS-DRG, APR-DRG, APC etc.) Essential Functions Performs routine coding quality reviews on all coders, including third-party suppliers as appropriate. Performs coding quality reviews in collaboration with or for internal customers of the organization. Provides feedback as appropriate depending on findings. Abstracts and validates required data elements into the coding and abstracting system. Works collaboratively with the Clinical Documentation Specialists and Coaches to communicate opportunities for accurate, complete, and compliant documentation. Completes production coding when needed and assigned by one’s over. Additional Skills & Qualifications Cert Coding Specialist (CCS) Cert Coding Spec Physician Bas (CCS-P) Cert Inpatient Coder (CIC) Cert Interv Radiology CV Coder (CIRCC) Reg Health Info Administrator (RHIA) Reg Health Information Technic (RHIT)
