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Coding Auditor

Newton, KS · On-site

$24 - $27.25/hr

The Coding Quality Auditor is responsible to ensure Health Ministries Clinic's compliance with national coding guidelines, FQHC coding guidelines and regulations. The Coding Auditor plays a crucial ...

Coding Auditor

Newton, KS

$24 - $27.25/hr

The Coding Quality Auditor is responsible to ensure Health Ministries Clinic's compliance with national coding guidelines, FQHC coding guidelines and regulations. The Coding Auditor plays a crucial ...

Coding Auditor

Newton, KS · On-site

$25/hr

The Coding Quality Auditor is responsible to ensure Health Ministries Clinic's compliance with national coding guidelines, FQHC coding guidelines and regulations. The Coding Auditor plays a crucial ...

Coding Auditor

Newton, KS · On-site

$25/hr

The Coding Quality Auditor is responsible to ensure Health Ministries Clinic's compliance with national coding guidelines, FQHC coding guidelines and regulations. The Coding Auditor plays a crucial ...

HCC Coding Quality Specialist (Auditor)

OR · Remote

$27.25 - $31/hr

HCC Coding Quality Specialist Team Members will be responsible for reviewing the accuracy of our HCC coded records, specifically those that map to HCCs and RxHCCs. Auditors will support their ...

- Auditor (HB & PB) Role Auditor - Hospital Billing (HB) & Professional Billing (PB) Role Summary ... Validate coding-related denial scenarios involving CPT, ICD-10, modifiers, and payer edits

- Auditor (HB & PB) Role Auditor - Hospital Billing (HB) & Professional Billing (PB) Role Summary ... Validate coding-related denial scenarios involving CPT, ICD-10, modifiers, and payer edits

- Auditor (HB & PB)Role Auditor - Hospital Billing (HB) & Professional Billing (PB) Role Summary ... Validate coding-related denial scenarios involving CPT, ICD-10, modifiers, and payer edits

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How much do coding quality auditor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for coding quality auditor in the United States is $38.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $32.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Coding Quality Auditor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Coding Quality Auditor, you need in-depth knowledge of medical coding standards (such as ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS), healthcare regulations, and often a certification like CCS or CPC. Familiarity with coding audit software, electronic health record (EHR) systems, and compliance tracking tools is typically required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help auditors identify errors and collaborate with coding teams. These competencies ensure accurate coding, regulatory compliance, and optimized reimbursement for healthcare organizations.

What are some common challenges faced by Coding Quality Auditors, and how can they be addressed?

Coding Quality Auditors often encounter challenges such as interpreting complex medical documentation, staying current with evolving coding standards, and managing high-volume audit workloads. Addressing these challenges typically involves ongoing education, strong attention to detail, and effective communication with coding staff and healthcare providers. Many organizations support auditors with regular training sessions, access to coding resources, and collaborative review meetings to ensure consistent application of guidelines and to address discrepancies or ambiguities in documentation.

What are Coding Quality Auditors?

Coding Quality Auditors are professionals who review and evaluate the accuracy of medical coding performed by healthcare providers or coding staff. They ensure that diagnostic and procedural codes used in patient records are compliant with regulatory requirements and organizational standards. Their work helps prevent billing errors, supports proper reimbursement, and maintains the integrity of health information. Coding Quality Auditors also provide feedback and education to coders to improve documentation and coding practices.

What is the difference between Coding Quality Auditor vs Medical Coder?

AspectCoding Quality AuditorMedical Coder
CertificationsCertified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC)CCS, CPC, or equivalent
Work EnvironmentAuditing and reviewing coding accuracy, often in healthcare facilities or insurance companiesAssigning codes to medical procedures and diagnoses, typically in hospitals or clinics
Primary FocusEnsuring coding accuracy and complianceTranslating medical records into standardized codes
Employer & IndustryHospitals, insurance companies, healthcare consulting firmsHospitals, clinics, physician offices

The main difference is that a Coding Quality Auditor reviews and verifies the work of Medical Coders to ensure accuracy and compliance, while Medical Coders are responsible for assigning the appropriate medical codes. Both roles require similar certifications and work in healthcare settings, but their core functions differ: auditing versus coding.

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Infographic showing various Coding Quality Auditor job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 7% As Needed, 3% Full Time, 87% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 76% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,278 per year, or $38.6 per hour.
HIS OP Coding Quality Auditor

HIS OP Coding Quality Auditor

Northside Hospital Inc.

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago


Northside Hospital rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 427 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

292nd of 865 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Overview
Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.
Responsibilities
OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the HIS OP Coding Reimbursement/Coordinator, coordinates day to day coding activities. Daily monitors the QuadraMed Compliance software system to ensure coding edits are completed in an accurate and timely manner for billing purposes. Works with respective departments to obtain medical record documentation for coding. Assists the OP HIS Coding Reimbursement/Coordinator in monitoring data for coding compliance and ensuring suspense levels within accepted turn around times. Communicates as needed with Lexicode to monitor OP daily unbilled.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Audits OP accounts including Business Office account hold list, release list and follow up
2. Assists with AHRQ review as necessary
3. Provides Lexicode with daily reports: D/C lists, Completed Abstract reports and Suspense.
4. Communicates with clinical departments regarding insufficient documentation on individual accounts
5. Assists with Physician Query Process
6. Assists with Case Management IP only requests as necessary
7. Assists with Decision Support request as necessary
8. Assists OP HIS Coding Reimbursement/Coordinator as needed in monitoring coding compliance and appropriate clinical documentation on a case by case basis.
9. Assists OP HIS Coding Reimbursement/Coordinator as needed in monitoring coding compliance and appropriate clinical documentation on a case by case basis including infusion therapy coding, outpatient surgery/GI procedure diagnosis and procedure coding.
10. Serves as liaison for various internal and external coding reviews, assists with chart location, and investigates missing medical records and documentation
11. Prepares monthly data for compliance, productivity and quality reporting.
12. Communicate one on one with Lexicode to maintain OP unbilled at established levels
13. Works daily with Lexicode to resolve Northside Hospital issues to code individual records i.e., chart location, double numbers.
14. Participates in educational programs and in-service meetings.
15. Attends meetings as required
16. Performs other related duties as identified.
18. Works with Business Office program including: Pending, CCI, LMRP, ESA, and Medicaid Precert program.
Qualifications
REQUIRED:
1. Certification in one of the following: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or successful completion of CCS exam within 6 months of hire, or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA). 2. Two (2) years experience in Acute Care, CPT and ICD-9-CM coding. 3. One (1) year experience in quality review. 4. Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office( products. The ability to develop spreadsheets and databases, and import/export files, etc. 5. Previous experience with encoder software.
PREFERRED:
1. Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA). 2. Three + years experience in quality review. 3. Three (3) to five (5) years' experience in Acute Care, CPT-ICD-9-CM codes. 4. Previous experience with compliance software. Previous imaging system and/or HBOC products.
Work Hours:
8AM - 4PM
Weekend Requirements:
No
On-Call Requirements:
No

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* 288-bed hospital, offering a full range of services including comprehensive and interventional stroke care, preventative and corrective cardiac care, full-service orthopedic and spine treatment, an ER 24/7®, and general surgery * As one of the first hospitals in the area to achieve Atrial Fibrillation Certification (SCPC), our technologically advanced hospital allows our highly skilled physicians, nursing and caregivers to serve our growing community * Northside Hospital was the first nationally recognized Comprehensive Stroke Center in Pinellas County and nationally recognized for quality and safety by earning an 'A' rating from the Leapfrog Group

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

Year founded

1970