Job Title: RN Coder

Summary:

We're hiring RNs to oversee and work the claims data and review possible/flagged claims for overpayment. The main part of this job is the clinical decision making where they can either make a determination, ask for more documentation, or escalate to MDs for their review. For example, there are at times heart injuries that are upcoded to heart attacks and the payment is very large and overpaid. The nurses need to be able to review the clinical work and understand the coding and then be able to make the determination of next steps.

RM will be getting batches of data with flags and comments of where they need the information and delineation from the clinical staff. They are building out an internal system that will mimic those like Cotiviti, etc. and they nurses will be trained on that program.

The cases will be reviews of both inpatient and outpatient but the work will mainly skew inpatient because of the cost of the work. They will be doing both facility and physician billing as well.

Overview:

We are looking for an RN-Coder Clinical Validation Reviewer to support payment integrity and clinical validation workflows. The ideal candidate is an active RN who also holds a coding credential such as CPC or CCS and has experience reviewing medical records against claims, reimbursement policies, coding rules, or clinical documentation.

You will review professional and/or facility claims against medical records to determine whether the billed service, diagnosis, procedure, code, or payment finding is supported. You will document clear clinical and coding rationale, help identify potential overpayments or unsupported claims, and work closely with Akita’s product and operations team to improve AI-supported review workflows.

This role is especially well suited for someone who has worked in payment integrity, clinical documentation review, or coding validation.

Required Skills:

• Active RN license in good standing (state requirements TBC). 
• Current CPC or CCS certification required; additional coding credentials are a plus.
• Experience reviewing medical records in an inpatient, outpatient, payer, provider, audit, or claims review environment.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology, clinical documentation, and claim coding.
• Ability to determine whether a claim is supported or unsupported based on the medical record.
• Ability to write clear, professional review rationales that could be used in payer, provider, audit, or recovery workflows.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain consistent review standards.
• Comfort working independently in a hybrid environment, including 2-3 days in office required from our Flatiron office in New York, NY.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in payment integrity, clinical validation, DRG validation, coding validation, CDI, utilization review, claims audit, or overpayment review. ? Familiarity with CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, DRG logic, modifiers, CMS/AMA coding rules, CMS coverage policies, or payer reimbursement policies.
• Experience with medical claims platforms, coding tools, EHR/medical record systems, or audit/recovery workflows.
• Experience working with Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, commercial health plans, or managed care organizations.
• Experience reviewing provider disputes, appeals, rebuttals, or audit responses.
• Additional credentials such as CIC, CPMA, COC, RHIT, RHIA, CCDS, or CDIP. ? Comfort giving feedback on new software tools, workflows, or AI-generated review outputs.

Schedule/Shift: Monday-Friday, 40 hours a week between 8am-6pm EST

Pay: $79,000-100,000+ (negotiable DOE)

Location: remote or can sit in Flatiron NY office

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

^*As a job position within our Insurance division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing medical and confidential records, verifying financial information, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients