Coding Quality Auditor

Houston Methodist is seeking an experienced professional to join our innovative team as a Coding Quality Auditor. The successful individual will have a passion for upholding data accuracy and integrity and demonstrate a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care. This position requires an expert understanding of medical coding and auditing processes and the ability to identify trends, develop solutions and provide guidance to our coding staff.The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of four years of recent coding experience, a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification, and a comprehensive knowledge of coding and reimbursement principles. Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential to success in this role. The Coding Quality Auditor will need to be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment, as well as with a variety of staff and physicians. If you have a commitment to quality and a passion for helping others, we invite you to consider this rewarding opportunity.

Responsibilities:

1. Review medical records and coding to ensure accuracy and integrity of data
2. Identify trends and develop solutions to coding issues
3. Provide guidance to coding staff
4. Maintain and update knowledge of coding and reimbursement principles
5. Communicate effectively with physicians, coding staff, and other staff
6. Monitor and track coding accuracy and performance
7. Adhere to coding, documentation, and reimbursement standards
8. Maintain current CCS or CPC certification
9. Work independently in a fast-paced environment
10. Evaluate coding quality and identify areas for improvement

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Coding Quality Auditor in Houston, TX, USA is $45,000 to $56,000. This salary range varies depending on the experience and qualifications of the individual. Generally, those with more experience and qualifications have a higher salary range.

Houston Methodist Hospital is the flagship quaternary care hospital of Houston Methodist academic medical center. Located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas, Houston Methodist Hospital was established in 1919 during the height of the Spanish influenza epidemic as an outreach ministry of Methodist Episcopal Church. Houston Methodist comprises eight hospitals, an academic institute, a primary care group, and more than 300 locations throughout greater Houston. The hospital has consistently ranked as "One of America's Best Hospitals" according to U.S. News & World Report. The hospital has earned worldwide recognition in multiple specialties including cardiovascular surgery, cancer, epilepsy treatment and organ transplantation. Houston Methodist System changed its official name to Houston Methodist in 2013.