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Inpatient Coding Data Quality Auditor/Educator
University Hospital, Newark NJ —Newark, NJ
- $98,288 - $142,009 a year
- Full-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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- Full-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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If not CCS certified, must obtain CCS certification from AHIMA within 60 days of hire or within 60 days of the next available exam.
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Inpatient Coding Data Quality Auditor/Educator

University Hospital, Newark NJ -
Newark, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time
$98,288 - $142,009 a year
3 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Pension plan
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Prescription drug insurance
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Anatomy knowledge
Inpatient experience
CMS
CMS regulatory compliance
Health insurance knowledge
Medicare regulations
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) billing regulations
Medicaid regulations
Medicaid
Health information management
Clinical documentation standards
Medical terminology

Full Job Description

About the Role

The primary purpose of the Inpatient Coding Data Quality Auditor/Educator is to ensure the consistent processing of claims and collection of data to optimize DRG reimbursement and produce quality data that accurately reflects the severity and
intensity of hospital inpatient services. Audits inpatient coded records, provides continuing education of all inpatient coding staff and facilitates the inpatient coding work flow.

What You’ll Do

Performs daily data quality reviews on inpatient records to validate ICD-10 diagnosis and procedure codes
Ensures accuracy, proper sequencing, and adherence to coding guidelines on all cases
Reviews cases identified as OIG-focused DRGs, transfer DRGs, and other target areas as needed
Verifies the accuracy and appropriateness of the selected DRG
Communicates coding corrections to coders and explains the rationale for educational purposes
Utilizes audit tracking tools to identify coding error types by coder
Prepares written rebuttals for DRG reassignments or appeals, when requested
Provides supporting documentation to third-party payers to ensure compliance and accurate reimbursement
Reviews physician queries for appropriateness and follows up to ensure timely responses
Adheres to AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding
Monitors coding staff for potential violations and reports concerns to the Manager
Continuously evaluates clinical documentation quality
Identifies incomplete or inconsistent documentation impacting code selection, DRG grouping, and reimbursement
Escalates documentation concerns as needed

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management or a related field required
RHIA or RHIT certification preferred
CCS certification required
If not CCS certified, must obtain CCS certification from AHIMA within 60 days of hire or within 60 days of the next available exam
Minimum of 3 years of hospital inpatient coding experience
Experience with ICD-9 and ICD-10 diagnosis and procedure coding
Experience with DRG assignment
Experience in a tertiary care or teaching hospital environment preferred
Knowledge of complex services including surgical, transplant, trauma, neurosurgery, OB/GYN, and neonatology
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and disease processes required
Knowledge of Coding Clinic, POA, and query guidelines required
Knowledge of CMS, Medicaid, and third-party payer coding, billing, and compliance regulations required
Experience with encoder systems (e.g., Clintegrity 360) preferred
Experience with Epic electronic health record preferred
Ability to manage multiple and changing priorities
Must be detail-oriented, accurate, and organized
Ability to work independently
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Additional related experience may be substituted for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis

What We Offer

Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Pension Plan
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Professional Development

Compensation

In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is PS/32S: $98,288 - $118,941- $142,009 per year. University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation, including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational needs. The expected salary range for this position is in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.

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