Coding Validation Auditor

Coding Validation Auditors – 2 positions to fill

• 1 Surgical Coding Auditor: The ideal candidate will have experience auditing surgical/procedural coding and validating coding accuracy, documentation support, CPT/HCPCS and ICD-10-CM code assignment, modifier usage, and compliance with applicable coding guidelines.
• 1 E/M Coding Auditor: The ideal candidate will have experience auditing Evaluation and Management (E/M) services, with a strong understanding of E/M documentation requirements, code selection, medical necessity, and applicable coding guidelines.

Job Summary: The Coding Validation Auditor is responsible for performing quality reviews of medical records for coding and billing to ensure the clinical information within the medical record is accurate, complete, and compliant to support coding. Assists with evaluating and ensuring proper and complete authorization was obtained for procedures performed on the prior authorized date of service. This position is eligible for the remote coding program.

About CarolinaEast Health System

CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies. We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties. Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, as well as benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff. We are proud to be the first medical center in North Carolina recognized as a Cardiovascular Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. Additionally, we are honored to be named one of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek, among numerous other prestigious accolades.

Minimum Requirements: 

• RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, or CPC certification. 
• Five or more years’ hospital coding and/or coding auditing experience for a healthcare entity. 
• Maintain current level of understanding of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding. 
• Maintain current knowledge of coding rules and guidelines, coding clinic, cpt assistant, and regulatory update.
• Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.