Jobs › R1 RCM

Outpatient Coding Quality Reviewer

R1 RCM · IL · Remote available · $28.24–$40.21 an hour · Full time

Posted Oct 5, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

Apply at R1 RCM

Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time a coder disagreed with your review finding. How did you resolve it?

What they are checking: Whether they rely on guidelines and references, not authority, to settle disagreements.

How do you write review feedback that a coder can actually learn from?

What they are checking: Whether their feedback is specific and cites sources so it changes behavior.

Tell me about a coding guideline change that affected your work and how you adjusted.

What they are checking: Whether they stay current, since outpatient rules change every year.

What would you do

You notice one coder has a pattern of the same error. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they turn audit findings into targeted education instead of just scoring errors.

How do you balance thoroughness with review volume targets?

What they are checking: Whether they can meet productivity without missing the errors that matter most.

What do you do when the documentation is unclear and you cannot tell if the coder was right?

What they are checking: Whether they know when to recommend a provider query instead of guessing.

About the work

Walk me through how you review an outpatient surgery chart for coding accuracy.

What they are checking: Whether they check CPT, ICD-10-CM, modifiers and NCCI edits in a consistent order.

How do you decide when a modifier like 59 or XS is truly supported?

What they are checking: Whether they understand modifier rules well enough to catch overuse, a common audit finding.

Which references do you rely on for outpatient coding questions?

What they are checking: Whether they know authoritative sources like AHA Coding Clinic, CPT Assistant and CMS guidance.

How would you review an emergency department visit for E/M level and procedures?

What they are checking: Whether they understand ED E/M leveling and the procedures that are separately reportable.

Practice this interview out loud.

Offer builds a real interview for this exact role at R1 RCM from your resume and this job description, asks the questions one at a time, and tells you what landed. The first one is free.

Practice this out loud

The full job description

As published by R1 RCM.

At R1, we’re transforming how healthcare works by combining nearly two decades of revenue cycle expertise with advanced technology, including analytics, AI, intelligent automation and workflow orchestration. We pair that technology with the irreplaceable expertise of our people to help hospitals, health systems and medical groups improve financial performance, simplify administrative complexity and create better experiences for patients and providers. All Together Better defines our culture and the way we work. We’re a diverse, global team united by a shared mission to make healthcare work better for all. Across technology, operations and support functions, our people bring deep expertise, empathy and ingenuity to the work we do. Here, collaboration fuels progress, adaptability sparks innovation and every voice can help shape what’s next for R1 and the future of healthcare. R1 is the leading provider of technology-driven solutions that transform the patient experience and financial performance of hospitals, health systems, and medical groups. We are the one company that combines the deep expertise of a global workforce of revenue cycle professionals with the industry’s most advanced technology platform, encompassing sophisticated analytics, AI, intelligent automation, and workflow orchestration. The Outpatient Coding Quality Reviewer is responsible for reviewing outpatient coded cases including but not limited to Ancillary, Emergency Department, Same Day Surgery, Observation, Wound Care, Professional Services, Interventional Cardiology and Interventional Radiology for coding completeness and accuracy. This position identifies potential coding and APC/payment opportunities, research appropriate guidelines to support recommended changes, and communicates the changes to the coder or quality reviewer involved on a timely basis. The Outpatient Quality Reviewer provides expert coding advice to coding staff, global quality reviewers and relays needed coding educational topics to the Manager of Outpatient Coding Quality. Here is what you will experience working as an Outpatient Coding Quality Reviewer: • Ensure coding accuracy and compliance by conducting quality reviews of outpatient records and validating CPT®, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, modifier, and APC code assignments. • Serve as a trusted coding subject matter expert , providing audit feedback, coaching, and guidance that promotes coding excellence and consistency across teams. • Analyze audit results and identify trends to uncover opportunities for education, process improvement, and quality enhancement. • Partner with cross-functional teams , including Quality, Education, Denials, and Coding Operations, to resolve coding issues and support revenue integrity initiatives. • Stay current on industry regulations and coding guidelines , ensuring compliance with CMS, AHA, AMA, and other regulatory requirements. • Drive continuous improvement through collaboration, training, and process optimization while maintaining exceptional accuracy, productivity, and performance in a remote environment. Required Skills: • High School diploma, GED or equivalent • Required one or more active certification(s): RHIT, RHIA, COC, CCS-P or CCS • A minimum of seven (7) years of hospital outpatient coding experience (including Ancillary, Emergency Department, Same Day Surgery, Observation, Wound Care, E/M Professional service, Interventional Cardiology, and Interventional Radiology) is required. Preferred Skills: • Bachelor's or Associate Degree For this US-based position, the base pay range is $28.24 - $40.21 per hour . Individual pay is determined by role, level, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The healthcare system is always evolving — and it’s up to us to use our shared expertise to find new solutions that can keep up. On our growing team you’ll find the opportunity to constantly learn, collaborate across groups and explore new paths for your career. Our associates are given the chance to contribute, think boldly and create meaningful work that makes a difference in the communities we serve around the world. We go beyond expectations in everything we do. Not only does that drive customer success and improve patient care, but that same enthusiasm is applied to giving back to the community and taking care of our team — including offering a competitive benefits package. R1 RCM Inc. (“the Company”) is dedicated to the fundamentals of equal employment opportunity. The Company’s employment practices , including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and termination shall not be based on any person’s age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the Company is dedicated to providing a workplace free from harassment based on any of the foregoing protected categories. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the job application process, please contact us at 312-496-7709 for assistance. CA PRIVACY NOTICE: California resident job applicants can learn more about their privacy rights California Consent To learn more, visit: R1RCM.com Visit us on Facebook

Apply at R1 RCM