Health Information Management Inpatient Coding Auditor

Job Description

The Health Information Management Inpatient Coding Auditor plays a vital role in assessing medical records for accuracy and compliance with coding standards. This position requires a blend of analytical skills and a thorough understanding of healthcare coding protocols.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze inpatient records to ensure accurate coding reflects diagnoses and treatments.
• Evaluate coding practices against national benchmarks.
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to enhance data integrity.
• Document audit findings comprehensively for future reference.
• Coordinate with external auditors for compliance assessments.
• Engage in continuous professional development to maintain certification standards.
• Facilitate coding workshops to update knowledge within the team.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Health Information Management

Experience

• 5 years of experience preferred in inpatient coding and auditing

Technical Skills

• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
• Encoder software

Soft Skills

• Analytical thinking
• Teamwork

Certifications

• HIM Certification

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Experience with clinical documentation improvement (CDI): Experience in CDI processes increases documentation quality.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage including dependents
• Generous leave policies including sick and maternity leave
• Employee assistance programs
• Professional development opportunities

Company Culture

• Teamwork: We cultivate a strong team spirit and encourage collaboration among all staff.
• Respect and Integrity: Our company promotes respect for diversity and integrity in all interactions.
• Continuous Improvement: We believe in continuous improvement and promote ongoing training and professional development.