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Inpatient Medical Coding Auditor

5+ years
$35.00 – $37.50/hr
10 June 27, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Hybrid Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

 

Job Title

Inpatient Medical Coding Auditor – Remote | Cognizant


Job Summary

Cognizant is seeking a remote Inpatient Medical Coding Auditor to ensure high-quality, accurate, and compliant ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding for hospital inpatient records. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with 5+ years of facility-based coding and auditing experience and an active AHIMA certification (CCS, RHIA, or RHIT). You'll play a critical role in improving documentation, educating peers, and driving coding compliance across the healthcare spectrum.


Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct detailed audits of ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS inpatient records for compliance and accuracy

  • Collaborate with physicians via structured queries to enhance documentation quality

  • Educate and mentor clients on best practices in coding, billing, and compliance

  • Perform peer reviews and ensure a minimum coding accuracy rate of 98%

  • Stay current on regulatory changes and contribute to special audits and improvement initiatives

  • Utilize tools like 3M encoder to support precise coding and reporting


Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of facility-based inpatient coding and auditing experience

  • High school diploma required; ICD-10 Certified Trainer/Ambassador preferred

  • Valid AHIMA credential: CCS, RHIA, or RHIT (mandatory)

  • Knowledge of federal, state, and payer regulations

  • Proficiency in 3M encoder, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

  • Strong ability to interpret medical record documentation and reports

  • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to multitask and work independently in a remote setting


Perks & Benefits

  • Hourly pay: $35.00 – $37.50/hr based on experience

  • 100% remote work model

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

  • Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • 401(k) with company contributions

  • Short-term and Long-term Disability

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan


Company Description

Cognizant is a globally recognized leader in healthcare digital transformation and professional services. With over 300,000 associates worldwide, we specialize in empowering healthcare organizations through cutting-edge technology, compliance expertise, and exceptional talent. Recognized by Forbes as one of the World’s Best Employers 2024, Cognizant offers innovation-driven career paths in healthcare and life sciences.


Work Mode

Remote / Work-from-Home


Salary Range

$35.00 – $37.50 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)


Call-to-Action

Are you a detail-driven coder with inpatient auditing experience? Apply now to join Cognizant’s growing remote medical auditing team and make a real impact on healthcare coding quality and compliance.