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Auditors in this role will be doing DRG Validation for our prepay and retrospective audits and making determinations without a medical record. The ideal candidate for this position needs to have both a strong inpatient HIM/coding background and an understanding of clinical validation. This position is responsible for auditing inpatient claims and documenting the results of those audits, with a focus on clinical review, coding accuracy, and the appropriateness of treatment setting, services delivered and patient history.\nThis is a Full-Time role, scheduled to work an off-hour shift from either 3 PM-11 PM or 11 PM-7 AM ET, including weekends & holidays. (No PT or PRN availability)\nResponsibilities\nAnalyzes and Audits Claims. Integrates medical chart coding principles, clinical guidelines and objectivity in performance of medical audit activities. Draws on advanced ICD-10 coding expertise, clinical guidelines, and industry knowledge to substantiate conclusions. Performs work independently.\nEffectively Utilizes Audit Tools. Utilizes Cotiviti proprietary auditing systems with a high level of proficiency to make audit determinations and generate audit letters.\nMeets or Exceeds Standards/Guidelines for Productivity. Maintains production goals set by the audit operations management team.\nMeets or Exceed Standards/Guidelines for Accuracy and Quality. Achieves the expected level of accuracy and quality set by the audit for the auditing concept, for valid claim, identification and documentation (letter writing).\nIdentifies New Claim Types. \nIdentifies potential claims outside of the concept where additional recoveries may be available.\n Suggests and develops high quality, high value concept and or process improvement, tools, etc.\nComplete all responsibilities as outlined on annual Performance Plan.\nComplete all special projects and other duties as assigned.\nMust be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.\nComplete all responsibilities as outlined on annual Performance Plan.\nComplete all special projects and other duties as assigned.\nMust be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.\nThis job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change as the needs of Cotiviti and the requirements of the job change.\nQualifications\nEducation (at least one of the following are required):\nAssociate or bachelor’s degree in nursing (active /unrestricted license).\nAssociate or bachelor’s degree Health Information Management (RHIA or RHIT).\nHigh school diploma or GED plus equivalent experience of 5+ years’ experience in claims auditing, quality assurance, or recovery auditing...ideally in a DRG / Clinical Validation Audit setting or a hospital environment.\nCoding/CDI Certification (at least one of the following are required and are to be maintained as a condition of employment):\nRHIA or RHIT.\nCPC.\nInpatient Coding Credential - CCS, CIC, CDIP or CCDS.\nExperience (required):\n5 to 7+ years of working with ICD-9/10CM, MS-DRG, AP-DRG and APR-DRG with a broad knowledge of medical claims billing/payment systems provider billing guidelines, payer reimbursement policies, medical necessity criteria and coding terminology.\nAdherence to official coding guidelines, coding clinic determinations and CMS and other regulatory compliance guidelines and mandates. Requires expert coding knowledge - DRG, APRDRG, ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS codes.\nRequires working knowledge of and applicable industry-based standards.\nProficiency in Word, Access, Excel, TEAMS, and other applications.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills.\nMental Requirements:\nCommunicating with others to exchange information.\nAssessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.\nPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions:\nRemaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.\nRepeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.\nMust be able to provide a dedicated, secure work area.\nMust be able to provide high-speed internet access/connectivity and office setup and maintenance.\nNo adverse environmental conditions expected.\nBase compensation is paid hourly at $45.67 per hour (95k annualized). This role is eligible for discretionary bonus consideration.\nNonexempt employees are eligible to receive overtime pay for hours worked in excess of 40 hours in a given week, or as otherwise required by applicable state law.\nCotiviti offers team members a competitive benefits package to address a wide range of personal and family needs, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage, 401(k) savings plans, paid family leave, 9 paid holidays per year, and 17-27 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, depending on specific level and length of service with Cotiviti. For information about our benefits package, please refer to our Careers page.\nDate of posting: 10/27/2026\nApplications are assessed on a rolling basis. 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