A fully remote Inpatient Coding Auditor opportunity is open within a large, multi-market health system operating 65 hospitals and approximately 510 outpatient centers across the United States. Based anywhere in the U.S., this role sits inside the Coding/HIM department and carries meaningful influence — conducting inpatient medical record audits, driving compliance, and shaping coder education across a complex, high-volume enterprise. The position is well-compensated for the specialty, with an hourly range that reflects both experience and geography, and a potential signing bonus for qualified new hires.
Perks and Benefits
- Hourly pay range of $30.60 to $48.80; compensation determined by location, qualifications, and experience
- Signing bonus available for qualified new hires, subject to employment status
- Discretionary 401(k) with up to 6% employer match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance; disability, life, AD&D, and business travel insurance
- Paid time off covering both vacation and sick leave; 10 paid holidays per year
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
- Colorado-based employees receive paid leave in accordance with Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act
Practice Highlights
- Fully remote position — open to candidates based anywhere in the United States
- Conduct regular audits of inpatient medical records, coding, and clinical documentation for accuracy and regulatory compliance
- Identify, investigate, and communicate coding errors, inconsistencies, and potential compliance issues to coding team members and healthcare providers
- Develop and implement corrective action plans in response to audit findings, tracking outcomes through comprehensive audit records
- Generate management-facing reports and metrics covering coding accuracy rates, compliance rates, and audit results
- Provide direct education and training to coding staff on ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS guidelines, documentation requirements, and compliance regulations (HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid)
- Serve as a subject-matter resource for complex coding scenarios and documentation queries across the coding team
- Operate within a health system spanning 65 hospitals and ~510 outpatient centers, with revenue cycle infrastructure supporting clients nationally
- Stay current on evolving coding guidelines, regulatory changes, and industry best practices through ongoing professional development
Qualifications
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or equivalent coding certification required
- Minimum of 3 years of coding experience in a healthcare setting
- Strong working knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines and documentation standards
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks including HIPAA, Medicare, and Medicaid as they relate to coding and documentation
- Proficiency with coding software and electronic health record (EHR) systems
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent audits and projects with strong organizational and time management skills
About the Community
This position is fully remote and open to candidates residing anywhere in the United States, making it an ideal fit for experienced inpatient coders and auditors who value flexibility and work-life balance without geographic constraint. Whether you are based in a major metro area or a smaller community, you can bring your expertise to a nationally scaled health system while maintaining your preferred lifestyle. Dallas, TX serves as the corporate headquarters, though no relocation is required for this role.