DRG Validator (Full-time)

Healthcare Coding & Consulting Services (HCCS) is seeking an experiencedDRG Validator to join our growing team. This is a full-time, fully remote opportunity for a highly skilled coding professional with extensive experience in DRG validation, inpatient auditing, and complex inpatient coding. At HCCS, we are committed to providing stable, long-term careers. Every member of our team is a direct-hire W-2 employee who plays an important role in delivering high-quality coding services to our clients. We proudly keep all coding operations within the United States, allowing us to maintain exceptional quality while supporting American coding professionals. If you have a strong background in DRG validation, inpatient auditing, and complex trauma coding, we encourage you to apply. Position Requirements: - Active AHIMA or AAPC coding certification required. - CCS certification required. - CDIP and/or CCDS certification preferred. - Minimum of 3 years of recent APR-DRG/DRG coding experience in a Level II Trauma Center or higher. - Minimum of 1 year of recent inpatient auditing experience in a Level II Trauma Center or higher. - Previous DRG/APR-DRG validation experience required. - Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines, MS-DRG/APR-DRG assignment, reimbursement methodologies, and documentation requirements. - Ability to identify coding opportunities, validate DRG assignment, and provide clear audit findings. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail. - Must reside in the United States. Benefits: - Competitive compensation - 401(k) - Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance - Paid time off - Fully remote, direct-hire W-2 position - Long-term career growth with a family-owned company Education: - High school diploma or equivalent required Job Type: - Full-time Originally posted on Himalayas