DRG Validator (Full-time)

Healthcare Coding And Consulting Svcs•Fort Myers, FL

13d•Remote

About The Position

Healthcare Coding & Consulting Services (HCCS) is seeking an experienced DRG Validator to join their growing team. This is a full-time, fully remote opportunity for a highly skilled coding professional with extensive experience in DRG validation, inpatient auditing, and complex inpatient coding. HCCS is committed to providing stable, long-term careers and every member of their team is a direct-hire W-2 employee who plays an important role in delivering high-quality coding services to their clients. HCCS proudly keeps all coding operations within the United States, allowing them to maintain exceptional quality while supporting American coding professionals. If you have a strong background in DRG validation, inpatient auditing, and complex trauma coding, HCCS encourages you to apply.

Requirements

Active AHIMA or AAPC coding certification required
CCS certification required
Minimum of 3 years of recent APR-DRG/DRG coding experience in a Level II Trauma Center or higher
Minimum of 1 year of recent inpatient auditing experience in a Level II Trauma Center or higher
Previous DRG/APR-DRG validation experience required
Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines, MS-DRG/APR-DRG assignment, reimbursement methodologies, and documentation requirements
Ability to identify coding opportunities, validate DRG assignment, and provide clear audit findings
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
Must reside in the United States
High school diploma or equivalent required