DRG Audit Director

DRG Audit Program DirectorLocation: Fort Worth, TX 76109 (Hybrid)Type: Direct Hire | Full-timePay: $160-175K/year (based on experience)Ready to Lead in Healthcare Audits?Join a growing healthcare services team and lead the charge in ensuring payment integrity and clinical documentation accuracy. This is your chance to step into a strategic leadership role and drive innovation in DRG audit programs.About the Role:CornerStone Professional Placement is hiring a DRG Audit Program Director for a client in the Fort Worth, TX area. In this role, you'll:Lead strategic planning and execution for DRG audit operationsOversee audit workflows, reporting, and complianceManage and mentor a high-performing clinical and coding audit teamCollaborate across departments to improve systems and outcomesWhat You Need to Succeed:7-10+ years in DRG coding, clinical validation, or medical auditing3-5+ years in audit team leadershipBachelor's in HIM, Nursing, or related field (Master's a plus)Registered Nurse plus one or more of the following certification(s): RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CIC (required)Expert in ICD-10-CM/PCS, MS-DRG/APR-DRG systems, and payer guidelinesBonus Points If You Have:Readmission review experienceKnowledge of Epic, 3M, or abstracting platformsWhy This Role Works for You:Work style: Hybrid (some remote flexibility)Schedule: Monday-Friday, regular business hoursPerks: Competitive salary, great benefits, PTO, 401(k), and career growthApply today to lead innovation in clinical audits and make a lasting impact on healthcare quality.

Created: 2025-06-19