Executive – Coding Auditor

EXL

Healthcare auditor reviewing inpatient records, ICD-10 codes, and DRG assignments. Mentoring coders and improving documentation accuracy through audits and compliance oversight.

Posted 9/7/2026full-timeChennai • 🇮🇳 IndiaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in ICD-10-CM/PCS coding and DRG classifications, ensuring compliance with IPPS methodology and CMS guidelines. Proficient in conducting audits, mentoring coding staff, and collaborating with clinical teams to enhance documentation accuracy.

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ICD-10-CM/PCS CodingCertified Coding Specialist (CCS)IP DRG Auditing3M Software ExposureHIPAA Compliance

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Hard Skills

ICD-10-CM/PCS CodingIP DRG AuditingCoding Quality AuditsDocumentation Gap AnalysisRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Good CommunicationMentoringCollaborationFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OutlookMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Word3M SoftwareNLP Tool

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)

Industry Keywords

IPPS MethodologyCMS GuidelinesPOA IndicatorsDischarge DispositionOIG Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct comprehensive reviews of inpatient medical records to validate ICD-10-CM/PCS codes and DRG classifications
Ensure compliance with IPPS methodology, CMS guidelines, and official coding rules
Verify diagnoses, procedures, POA indicators, and discharge disposition
Identify documentation gaps and collaborate with clinical teams for clarifications
Mentor, coach, and support coding staff
Deliver feedback and ongoing education to coders and CDI specialists
Perform routine coding quality audits and recommend corrective actions
Analyze audit findings and prepare detailed reports
Stay updated on regulatory changes, payer guidelines, and industry best practices
Participate in cross-functional meetings with coding, CDI, compliance, and operations teams
Follow SOPs, complete audits with quality, and achieve quality and production targets
Follow project protocols and instructions; escalate issues and identify trends
Update productivity and clarification logs daily
Coordinate with managers or team leads on clarifications and respond promptly to manager emails

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's in nursing preferable / bachelor’s in science
Mandatory CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) or CIC (Certified Inpatient Coder) certification
Minimum 2 years’ experience in IP DRG coding or auditing
Auditing experience on IP DRG
Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
Exposure to 3M software and NLP tool
Good Excel skills
Flexibility
Good communication
Ability to follow HIPAA and OIG compliance requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employee schedule of 40 hours per week