Coding Auditor

Virginia Mason Medical Center • Seattle, WA

19h • $32 - $53 • Remote

About The Position

The Coding Auditor ensures accurate and timely reimbursement by proactively resolving medical coding claim defects before billing. The role supports revenue-cycle optimization and financial integrity by researching and reviewing coding-related claim denials, providing guidance on corrections to prevent recurring issues and recover lost revenue, and resolving coding defects before billing to reduce reimbursement impacts. The position is remote, and the employer provides equipment for working from home, including a laptop, docking station, dual monitors, and accessories.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of coding experience, or two years of experience in any capacity in a health care environment or medical office setting.
• One of the following coding certifications from AAPC or AHIMA: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist-Physician (CCS-P), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA).
• Working knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, disease processes, and medical terminology.
• Critical-thinking and analytical skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and take appropriate actions.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in a related field.
• Healthcare revenue-cycle experience.

Responsibilities

• Research and review coding-related claim denials.
• Provide expert guidance on coding corrections to prevent future issues and recover lost revenue.
• Resolve coding defects before billing to help safeguard reimbursement.
• Support accurate and timely reimbursement, revenue-cycle optimization, and financial integrity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED