Inpatient Audit Specialist PRN

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Inpatient Audit Specialist PRN based in the United States. This is a fully remote opportunity for an experienced inpatient coding and auditing professional supporting healthcare organizations with high-quality, compliant coding practices. You will conduct facility inpatient coding audits across onboarding, focused reviews, service-level agreements, and other specialized engagements. The role combines detailed chart review with clear, evidence-based recommendations and coder education. You will work with MS-DRG and APR-DRG methodologies while identifying coding opportunities, discrepancies, and areas for improvement. Success requires strong judgment, excellent query-writing abilities, and the ability to manage multiple cases while maintaining accuracy and turnaround expectations. This PRN position offers a flexible schedule, with a preference for approximately 20 hours per week, and spinal auditing experience is a plus. You will also contribute to a collaborative, service-oriented environment focused on coding excellence, compliance, and continuous professional development. Accountabilities Conduct inpatient facility coding audits according to defined scopes of work, including onboarding reviews, focused audits, service-level agreement assessments, and other specialized review types, applying appropriate codes and coding-related elements under MS-DRG or APR-DRG methodologies.Provide clear, concise, and well-supported rationale for identified coding changes, referencing relevant documentation and the specific location of supporting evidence within the medical record.Identify coding quality, compliance, and workflow opportunities while providing meaningful recommendations that address customer needs and support improved outcomes.Deliver coder education through the auditing process, helping reinforce accurate coding practices, regulatory compliance, and professional standards.Stay current with applicable regulatory and coding changes and incorporate updated requirements into audit activities and recommendations.Manage and prioritize multiple cases concurrently to maintain efficient workflows, quality standards, and expected turnaround times.Demonstrate sound judgment when handling high-complexity coding decisions and communicate findings professionally, efficiently, and constructively.Maintain adherence to the American Health Information Management Association’s professional code of ethics and uphold a strong commitment to accuracy, integrity, confidentiality, and service.Collaborate effectively with colleagues and customers while demonstrating dependability, flexibility, organization, teamwork, leadership, and a continuous desire to learn. Requirements Bring at least 5 years of facility inpatient coding and/or inpatient auditing experience, with strong knowledge of complex inpatient coding and auditing practices.Hold a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credential, which is required; RHIA or RHIT certification is preferred.Demonstrate the ability to maintain a 95% DRG accuracy rate and consistently apply sound coding judgment.Have strong knowledge of MS-DRG and/or APR-DRG methodologies and experience reviewing inpatient medical records for coding accuracy and compliance.Possess excellent query-writing skills and the ability to develop concise, well-supported explanations for coding recommendations.Experience with spinal cases or spinal auditing is a plus.Be comfortable working with healthcare technology and electronic medical record systems, including Epic, Cerner, and other commonly used EMRs.Demonstrate strong organizational, analytical, communication, teamwork, and decision-making skills, with the ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of professionalism.Be customer-service oriented, flexible, dependable, detail-focused, and committed to coding excellence and continued professional development.Be legally authorized to work in the United States; this position is not eligible for employment sponsorship. Benefits Estimated pay: $35–$45 USD per hour, depending on location, responsibilities, skills, experience, and other role requirements.PRN flexibility: Flexible remote scheduling, with a preference for approximately 20 hours per week.Remote work: Perform the role from your own workspace within the United States.401(k): PRN employees are eligible for a 401(k) savings plan with company matching.Equipment provided: Laptop, monitor, mouse, headset, and keyboard.Professional training: Comprehensive training led by a credentialed professional coding manager.Mentorship: Service-oriented management and ongoing professional support designed to help you succeed.Meaningful healthcare impact: Contribute to coding quality, compliance, education, and improved healthcare data accuracy. How Jobgether Works We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. 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