UT Southwestern Medical Center
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WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas‑Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world‑renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
Job Summary The Coding Quality Analyst reviews medical records to validate the completion of all coding audit workflows. Analyze audit findings coded health information records to evaluate the quality of coding and abstracting, verifying accuracy and appropriateness of assigned diagnostic and procedure codes, as well as other abstracted data, such as POA, discharge disposition, etc.. Ensure accurate assignment of all risk adjustment variables. The Coding/Quality Analyst will assist the Supervisor by tracking and trending front‑end activities that influence coding audit workflows, identifying opportunities for workflow efficiencies and optimization to support quality initiatives and financial performance. This role will collaborate with the Coding, CDI and the DRG Denials Teams.
Job Duties
Ensure Vizient risk adjustment variables have been assigned in final code set
Make corrections as appropriate
Ensure coding change recommendations and relative processes are completed in all systems, 3M, Epic, eValuator
Ensure all valid coding audit recommendations are assigned in final code set
Validate abstracted data, Present on Admission (POA), discharge disposition (DD), point of origin (PoO), Admit Type, and other abstracted data
Track and report Coder non‑compliance to the Manager
Analyze and effectively identify audit findings, (eValuator, QRN, DRG Validation, and Accuity, for relevant educational opportunities and report to the Coding Manager
Support all coding audit workflows
Support process improvement to ensure effective/efficient workflows
Identify front‑end activities that influence workflows
Promptness of task completion is essential to ensure timely movement through all audit levels to billing
Support the Quality Standards set by UTSW and the HIM Coding & CDI Department
Maintain an expert level of knowledge of Coding guidelines and practices
Other duties as assigned
Required – Experience and Education
3 years Acute Hospital‑Based Coding experience
Experience working in a remote environment
(RHIT) REGD HEALTH INFO TECHNOLOGY OR
(RHIA) REGD HEALTH INFO ADMINIST OR
(CCS) CERT CODING SPECIALIST AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist OR
(CIC) AAPC Certified Inpatient Coder Preferred
Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management, or a closely related field
5 years of related experience
Experience in an Academic Medical Center
Benefits
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare—no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Security This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Job Details
Location: Texas‑Dallas‑5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Work Locations: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Schedule: Full‑time
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Posting: Oct 13, 2025, 7:03:44 PM
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WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas‑Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world‑renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
Job Summary The Coding Quality Analyst reviews medical records to validate the completion of all coding audit workflows. Analyze audit findings coded health information records to evaluate the quality of coding and abstracting, verifying accuracy and appropriateness of assigned diagnostic and procedure codes, as well as other abstracted data, such as POA, discharge disposition, etc.. Ensure accurate assignment of all risk adjustment variables. The Coding/Quality Analyst will assist the Supervisor by tracking and trending front‑end activities that influence coding audit workflows, identifying opportunities for workflow efficiencies and optimization to support quality initiatives and financial performance. This role will collaborate with the Coding, CDI and the DRG Denials Teams.
Job Duties
Ensure Vizient risk adjustment variables have been assigned in final code set
Make corrections as appropriate
Ensure coding change recommendations and relative processes are completed in all systems, 3M, Epic, eValuator
Ensure all valid coding audit recommendations are assigned in final code set
Validate abstracted data, Present on Admission (POA), discharge disposition (DD), point of origin (PoO), Admit Type, and other abstracted data
Track and report Coder non‑compliance to the Manager
Analyze and effectively identify audit findings, (eValuator, QRN, DRG Validation, and Accuity, for relevant educational opportunities and report to the Coding Manager
Support all coding audit workflows
Support process improvement to ensure effective/efficient workflows
Identify front‑end activities that influence workflows
Promptness of task completion is essential to ensure timely movement through all audit levels to billing
Support the Quality Standards set by UTSW and the HIM Coding & CDI Department
Maintain an expert level of knowledge of Coding guidelines and practices
Other duties as assigned
Required – Experience and Education
3 years Acute Hospital‑Based Coding experience
Experience working in a remote environment
(RHIT) REGD HEALTH INFO TECHNOLOGY OR
(RHIA) REGD HEALTH INFO ADMINIST OR
(CCS) CERT CODING SPECIALIST AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist OR
(CIC) AAPC Certified Inpatient Coder Preferred
Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management, or a closely related field
5 years of related experience
Experience in an Academic Medical Center
Benefits
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare—no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Security This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Job Details
Location: Texas‑Dallas‑5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Work Locations: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Schedule: Full‑time
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Posting: Oct 13, 2025, 7:03:44 PM
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