California Licensed Coding Auditor

Job Summary

To ensure compliance with coding guidelines, the remote California Licensed Coding Auditor will perform quality reviews and audits, coordinate with department leadership, and contribute to process improvements in a full-time capacity.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct regular quality reviews and audits for hospital inpatient and outpatient coding, facilitating the coder audit appeal process
• Prepare detailed audit reports that outline findings, recommendations, and necessary corrective actions
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of coding guidelines and regulations, identifying educational opportunities for staff

Required qualifications

• High School Education/GED required; Associate's/Technical Degree preferred
• Five years of acute care inpatient and/or outpatient coding experience required
• Three years of coding auditing/monitoring experience preferred
• Certified Coding Specialist credential through AHIMA required
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification required