Cotiviti

Medical Review Auditor (Fraud Waste and Abuse)

Cotiviti$70K — $91K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Preferred: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN).
  • Required: Certified Professional Coder (CPC, CCS, CCS-P).
  • 2-5 years of relevant auditing experience.
  • Proficient in MS Office suite and skilled in communication and organizational tasks.
  • Strong understanding of coding conventions and federal/state guidelines.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct audits of medical records and claims for coding accuracy and compliance.
  • Prepare detailed audit reports, recommending improvements where necessary.
  • Research medical policy to support review findings.
  • Identify suspicious patterns in documentation using coding knowledge.
  • Stay updated on federal and state coding guidelines and payer policies.
  • Participate in special projects as assigned.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and disability insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) savings plan with employer contribution.
  • Paid family leave and 9 holidays per year.
  • Generous PTO policy of 17-27 days based on service length.
Full Job Description
Overview

As a Medical Reviewer, you will be auditing medical records to evaluate the accuracy of medical coding and health plan policies for our Fraud, Waste & Abuse clients. 

 

  Responsibilities
  • Conducts audit of medical records and healthcare claims assessing the accuracy of medical coding and determining compliance with appropriate policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Prepares and submits detailed reports on audit findings making recommendations to correct deficiencies and/or practice or process improvements.
  • Conducts medical policy and other relevant research in support of review findings.
  • Uses knowledge of healthcare coding conventions, areas of vulnerability, reimbursement methodologies, and the ability to identify suspicious patterns in medical record documentation.
  • Maintains current knowledge of federal, state, and individual payer policy and coding guidelines.
  • Participates in special projects as required.

This 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.

Qualifications
  • Education & Certifications:
    • Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, professional training, and work experience.
    • Preferred licenses:
      • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
      • Registered Nurse (RN)
    • Required Credential:
      • Certified Professional Coder (CPC, CCS, CCS-P)
  • 2-5 years of related experience in auditing medical records.
  • Computer proficiency in MS Office suite.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong listening and observation skills.
  • Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
  • Effective organizational and prioritization skills with multi-tasking ability.
  • Ability to conduct research in support of medical review determinations.
  • Understanding of ICD, CPT, HCPCS, APC, DRG, Revenue Codes, NCDs, and federal and state guidelines (including CMS NCCI).
  • Healthcare claims experience helpful.
  • Works independently; collaborates well with peers and customers.
  • Must have no adverse actions pending or taken against him/her by any State or Federal licensing board or program.

Mental Requirements:

  • Communicating with others to exchange information.
  • Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
  • Must have the ability to positively handle/manage stress, such as high work volume and frequent change.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

  • This is a work-at-home position (US only).
  • Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
  • Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
  • Must be able to provide a dedicated, secure work area.
  • Access to high-speed internet is required (all other equipment will be provided).
  • No adverse environmental conditions are expected.

Base compensation ranges from $70,000 to $91,000 per year. Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, education, skills, certifications, and other business needs. 

 

Cotiviti 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. 

 

Date of posting: 8/21/2026

Applications are assessed on a rolling basis. We anticipate that the application window will close on 10/21/2026, but the application window may change depending on the volume of applications received or close immediately if a qualified candidate is selected.

 

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About Cotiviti

Cotiviti is a healthcare technology company that provides analytics-driven payment accuracy solutions mainly to the healthcare and retail sectors. The company's solutions help clients improve their financial performance and reduce healthcare costs. Cotiviti's solutions include prospective and retrospective claims accuracy solutions, payment integrity, risk adjustment, quality improvement, and advisory services. The company was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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4,400 employees
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Founded
1979

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