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The Inpatient Medical Coding Auditor - MSDRG appeals reporting to the Manager reviews the appropriate DRG and ICD-10-CM/PCS coding assignments for accuracy within the appeals team from a variety of medical records. The Disputes Auditor - MSDRG Inpatient Coding consults and collaborates with coding professionals within and across departments to ensure high accountability of coding disputes outcomes for timeliness, compliance and quality.
- Will be an experienced medical coding auditor with in-depth experience in inpatient coding audits (MSDRG/APDRG)
- Ensures overall accuracy and compliance of coding appeal reviews by adhering to all appropriate coding guidelines and communicates appeals outcomes to providers in a professional and concise manner.
- Leverages advanced auditing expertise to make coding decisions based on standard industry guidelines and best practices
- Manages multiple priorities, collaborates with peers and ensures timely completion of inpatient coding appeals
Use your skills to make an impact
WORK STYLE: Remote, work at home. While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
WORK HOURS: Typical business hours are Monday-Friday, 8 hours/day, 5 days/week - some flexibility might be possible, once training is complete and depending on business needs. Associates are expected to start each workday between 6AM-9AM EST, regardless of their home time zone.
Required Qualifications
- RHIA, RHIT, or CCS Certification
- At least 2 years' experience in acute in-patient coding experience and/or MS-DRG auditing
- Recent experience auditing using CMS Manual, LCD, NCD, and Coding Guidelines
- Experience reading and interpreting claims
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Strong attention to detail
- Can work independently and determine appropriate course of action
- Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's Degree or higher in Health Information Management (HIM)
- Experience in Financial Recovery
- Experience in a fast paced, metric driven operational setting
- Experience in APR DRG coding/auditing
Additional Information
Work-At-Home Requirements
To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates must meet the following criteria:
- At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested.
- Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership.
- Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
- Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.
- Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information
Our Hiring Process
As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an exciting interviewing technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information for you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.
If you are selected, you will receive correspondence inviting you to participate in a HireVue assessment. You will have a set of questions and you will provide responses to each question. You should anticipate this to take about 10-15 minutes. Your answers will be reviewed, and you will subsequently be informed if you will be moving forward to next round.
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Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$71,100 - $97,800 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
Application Deadline: 10-01-2026
About us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Become a part of our caring community
The Inpatient Medical Coding Auditor - MSDRG appeals reporting to the Manager reviews the appropriate DRG and ICD-10-CM/PCS coding assignments for accuracy within the appeals team from a variety of medical records. The Disputes Auditor - MSDRG Inpatient Coding consults and collaborates with coding professionals within and across departments to ensure high accountability of coding disputes outcomes for timeliness, compliance and quality.
- Will be an experienced medical coding auditor with in-depth experience in inpatient coding audits (MSDRG/APDRG)
- Ensures overall accuracy and compliance of coding appeal reviews by adhering to all appropriate coding guidelines and communicates appeals outcomes to providers in a professional and concise manner.
- Leverages advanced auditing expertise to make coding decisions based on standard industry guidelines and best practices
- Manages multiple priorities, collaborates with peers and ensures timely completion of inpatient coding appeals
Use your skills to make an impact
WORK STYLE: Remote, work at home. While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
WORK HOURS: Typical business hours are Monday-Friday, 8 hours/day, 5 days/week - some flexibility might be possible, once training is complete and depending on business needs. Associates are expected to start each workday between 6AM-9AM EST, regardless of their home time zone.
Required Qualifications
- RHIA, RHIT, or CCS Certification
- At least 2 years' experience in acute in-patient coding experience and/or MS-DRG auditing
- Recent experience auditing using CMS Manual, LCD, NCD, and Coding Guidelines
- Experience reading and interpreting claims
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Strong attention to detail
- Can work independently and determine appropriate course of action
- Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's Degree or higher in Health Information Management (HIM)
- Experience in Financial Recovery
- Experience in a fast paced, metric driven operational setting
- Experience in APR DRG coding/auditing
Additional Information
Work-At-Home Requirements
To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates must meet the following criteria:
- At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested.
- Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership.
- Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
- Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.
- Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information
Our Hiring Process
As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an exciting interviewing technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information for you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.
If you are selected, you will receive correspondence inviting you to participate in a HireVue assessment. You will have a set of questions and you will provide responses to each question. You should anticipate this to take about 10-15 minutes. Your answers will be reviewed, and you will subsequently be informed if you will be moving forward to next round.
LI-LM1
Work at Home Requirements: To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria: At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary. Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$71,100 - $97,800 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
Application Deadline: 10-01-2026
About us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Field Auditor
Target firms with established OPT hiring patterns
Accounting firms, insurance carriers, and government contractors regularly hire Field Auditors and have HR infrastructure for OPT work authorization. Focus your applications on mid-size and large employers with compliance or audit departments rather than small independent practices.
Align your degree to the audit specialty
Field Auditor roles span insurance, finance, construction, and environmental sectors. Match your application to the sector your degree most directly supports. A finance degree positions you well for financial audits; an environmental science degree fits regulatory inspection roles more naturally.
Apply early to account for employer onboarding timelines
Field Auditor positions often require background checks, credentialing, and vehicle authorization before your start date. Start your job search at least three months before your OPT start date to avoid losing weeks of authorized work time to administrative delays.
Clarify travel requirements before accepting an offer
Many Field Auditor roles require regional or national travel. Confirm the travel scope with your employer upfront. Extensive overnight travel can complicate STEM OPT reporting obligations, since you must maintain a valid employer relationship and updated address records throughout your authorization period.
Document your audit work precisely for future visa petitions
Keep detailed records of audit types completed, industries covered, and compliance standards applied. When an employer later files an H-1B visa petition for you, this documentation demonstrates the specialty occupation requirement and shows the role demanded your specific degree field.
Ask about STEM OPT eligibility during the interview process
If your degree is in accounting, finance, information systems, or a related STEM-designated field, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm your employer is E-Verify enrolled before accepting an offer, since that enrollment is required for STEM OPT approval.
Field Auditor OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Field Auditors?
Yes. Field Auditor positions qualify for OPT work authorization when the role is directly related to your degree field. Accounting, finance, business administration, and certain STEM degrees commonly support Field Auditor roles. Your employer does not need to sponsor a separate visa during your OPT period, your EAD card is your work authorization document.
Does a Field Auditor role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you hold a degree in accounting, finance, information systems, or another field on the STEM Designated Degree Program List, and the Field Auditor role is directly related to that degree, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Your employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm your degree's STEM designation with your DSO before applying.
How do I find Field Auditor employers who are comfortable hiring OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and international students, so the employers listed there have indicated openness to candidates requiring work authorization. Filtering by Field Auditor roles on Migrate Mate surfaces positions from employers who already understand OPT timelines, reducing the friction you'd encounter applying through general job boards where visa status questions often derail early-stage interviews.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my Field Auditor role involves working at multiple client sites?
Working at multiple client sites is common in field audit work and does not affect your OPT authorization, provided you remain employed by the same authorized employer. Your EAD is tied to your employer of record, not a fixed worksite. If you are placed by a staffing agency at various client locations, the agency is your employer of record and should be listed accordingly with your DSO.
Can I switch Field Auditor employers during my OPT period?
Yes, but you must report the change to your DSO within 10 days and update your SEVIS record. If you are switching to a new employer, your new job must also be directly related to your degree. There is no grace period between jobs during post-completion OPT, unauthorized gaps of more than 90 cumulative days can jeopardize your status, so plan transitions carefully.