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Auditor/Coder - Inpatient

Buffalo, NY 14215

Posted: 04/11/2025 Industry: Healthcare & Social Services Job Number: 7547 Pay Rate: 55.00

Job Description

Title: Inpatient Auditor/Coder
Position Type: Long-term, temporary (1+ years)
Location: Remote
Hours: Flexible, Part-Time
Salary: $45-55 per hour
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
  Position Overview
We are seeking a seasoned and detail-driven Inpatient Auditor Coder to join our dynamic Audit and Compliance team. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong foundation in inpatient auditing—particularly in high-acuity, high-volume hospital settings such as Level I Trauma Centers. While coding proficiency is essential, this position emphasizes deep audit expertise and the ability to identify and resolve complex documentation and coding issues.
Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough audits of inpatient medical records, with a specialized focus on Level I Trauma cases

  • Review and validate ICD-10-CM/PCS, MS-DRG, and APR-DRG assignments using 3M CAC/encoder tools

  • Identify and document coding inaccuracies, missed diagnoses, and documentation gaps

  • Analyze audit outcomes to identify trends and root causes; recommend corrective actions for continuous improvement

  • Prepare comprehensive audit reports and concise executive summaries for leadership and stakeholders

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with CDI and HIM teams to ensure documentation accuracy and regulatory compliance

  • Initiate and manage physician queries to clarify documentation for accurate code assignment

  • Ensure full compliance with AHIMA, CMS, and payer-specific audit standards
Required Qualifications

  • Active AHIMA credential: CCS or RHIT required (CCS-P is a plus)

  • Minimum 5 years of inpatient coding experience, with at least 3 years in auditing roles

  • Extensive experience auditing inpatient records from Level I Trauma Centers

  • Proficient in 3M CAC/encoder tools

  • Strong command of ICD-10-CM/PCS, MS-DRG, and APR-DRG methodologies

  • Ability to interpret audit findings, identify systemic issues, and communicate results effectively

  • Demonstrated success managing high-volume audit workloads with precision

  • Skilled in initiating and resolving clinical documentation queries

  • Experience with one or more major EHR systems—Meditech preferred, with experience in Epic or McKesson also valuable
Additional Requirements

  • Maintain a secure, HIPAA-compliant remote work environment

  • Successfully complete a pre-interview audit assessment

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Meet Your Recruiter

Danielle Esposito
Talent Acquisition Specialist

Danielle Esposito is a results-driven recruiter with a passion for connecting top talent to meaningful opportunities. With experience spanning staffing agencies and corporate recruitment, she brings expertise in full-cycle hiring, candidate advocacy, and process optimization. At Penda Aiken Inc., Danielle supports clients across industries with temporary staffing solutions, leveraging data, sourcing strategies, and strong partnerships with hiring managers to ensure timely, high-quality placements.


She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Child Study with a concentration in Psychology from St. Joseph’s College and is certified as an Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR).

About Us

For more than thirty years, Penda Aiken, Inc. has committed itself to serving New York State, solidifying our position as a leading talent acquisition firm in the Northeast. Our team of industry experts collaborates closely with top-tier companies and exceptional candidates, providing personalized guidance to ensure the best possible results for everyone involved.

Partnering with Penda Aiken Inc. means positioning yourself for success. We provide access to competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits such as healthcare and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off (PTO), all delivered with personalized attention.

Penda Aiken, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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