Huron

A healthcare consulting firm in Chicago seeks an Inpatient Coding Auditor to perform coding audits and ensure compliance with accuracy standards. Applicants should have 2+ years as a coding auditor, current U.S. work authorization, and experience with various coding guidelines. This role requires strong analytical and communication skills, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position offers a salary range of $26.44 – $36.06 per hour. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Key Responsibilities Perform activity related to coding of medical records, resolve coding‑related denials, and audit coders to ensure coding accuracy standards are met. Demonstrate Huron’s Vision and Values in all behaviors, practices, and decisions. Act as Inpatient Coding Auditor, ensuring a minimum 95% accuracy for coding and DRGs. Conduct quality checks/audits on visits coded according to client SOPs. Perform calibration audits and schedule calibration sessions with offshore team counterparts and leaders. Assist in preparing audit reports, providing direct feedback to coders and auditors, and participate in client interactions and internal stakeholder meetings. Possess a firm understanding of clinical documentation guidelines. Identify and rectify coding guideline violations during audits before claims are rebilled. Analyze and present audit findings to leadership in a clear, concise, actionable format. Use encoder software applications and all available online tools for...