Coding Auditor – Educator

WVU Medicine

. Educate and train WVU Healthcare coding staff as directed by Coding Managers .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coding practices, including ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and MS-DRG assignment, while effectively training and mentoring coding staff. Proficient in auditing techniques and healthcare compliance, with strong communication and organizational skills.

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ICD-10-CM CodingCPT CodingMS-DRG AssignmentRHIA CertificationAuditing Techniques

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Hard Skills

ICD-10-PCS CodingMulti-Specialty CodingE&M CodingProcedural/Surgical CodingGovernmental Billing RegulationsData AnalysisQuality AuditingCurriculum DevelopmentMedical TerminologyHealthcare Compliance

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsMentoring AbilityOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTime Management Skills

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical Record SystemsOffice SoftwareBilling Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

RHIARHITCOCCCSCPC

Industry Keywords

Healthcare CodingRevenue Cycle OperationsQuality Improvement AuditsCoding EducationCompliance Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Educate and train WVU Healthcare coding staff as directed by Coding Managers
Oversee and perform auditing and education plans for coding staff
Perform coding quality audits and provide ongoing feedback and education
Use ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and other references and software to ensure accurate coding and MS-DRG, HCC, and APR-DRG assignment
Manage training activities for designated coding personnel and monitor and report employee development
Manage quality improvement audits and training of designated coding staff
Serve as an expert coding resource to coders, clinical documentation improvement, providers, revenue cycle, specialty groups, and meetings
Act as super user for coding-related electronic medical record systems and support EMR data governance
Update policies, procedures, work queues, and training materials
Communicate with coding staff, medical staff, Physician Advisor, Department Chairmen, and Department Administrators
Organize, facilitate, perform, track, trend, and report internal quality reviews
Design and use audit tools to monitor coding accuracy, documentation gaps, and billing
Coordinate external agency audits, data gathering, exit conferences, and final reports
Coordinate coding/documentation denial reviews and facilitate appeal letter formation
Communicate coding, documentation, audit, and activity issues to Coding Leadership
Ensure completion of audit recommendations, including coding education, coding changes, and rebills
Extract and analyze data and develop action plans when necessary
Assist with onboarding new Coding Specialists
Update Coding Specialists on compliance and regulatory changes
Keep abreast of coding changes, state and federal regulations, and coding resources
Develop curriculum for the WVU Healthcare Coding Certificate Program and support special EMR data governance projects when needed
Utilize systems for curriculum and educational courses, administer exams, and support testing and installation of system upgrades

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate of a Health Information Technology (HIT) or equivalent program and five (5) years of coding experience; OR graduate of a Medical Coding Certification Program and five (5) years of coding experience; OR high school diploma or equivalent and eight (8) years of coding experience
Certification in one of: RHIA, RHIT, COC, CCS, or CPC
Extensive experience in ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, MS-DRG, HCC, and APR-DRG assignment, multi-specialty coding, E&M coding, procedural/surgical coding, and governmental billing and coding regulations preferred
Previous supervisory or project management experience preferred
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Knowledge of healthcare compliance, revenue cycle operations, and auditing techniques
Ability to mentor, educate, and train others
Ability to ensure quality and productivity standards
Ability to handle high-stress and critical situations calmly and professionally
Ability to maintain accuracy during constant interruptions
Independent decision-making ability
Ability to prioritize job duties and adapt to workplace changes
Organizational and time management skills
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in office software, medical record, and billing systems
Ability to analyze complex data and reports
Ability to sit for long periods, operate computer and office equipment, and lift, push, or pull 10–20 pounds
May require travel