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The HCC Coding Auditor will perform code audits and abstractions using the Official Coding Guidelines for ICD-10-CM and AHA Coding Clinic Guidance, following all state regulations, federal regulations, internal policies, and internal procedures. The HCC Coding Auditor will be involved with quality assurance auditing and risk adjustment code abstraction for the following programs: Commercial Risk Adjustment, Medicare Advantage Risk Adjustment, and HHS and Medicare RADV (Risk Adjustment Data Validation).
Job Responsibility:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders
Performs Medical Record reviews and audits based on organizational priorities. These can include prospective and concurrent Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) workflows and retrospective auditing. Review and audits may lead to the addition, deletion, adjustment, or confirmation of diagnoses for risk adjustment
Performs code abstraction and/or coding quality audits of medical records to ensure ICD-10CM codes are accurately assigned and supported by clinical documentation to ensure adherence with CMS (HCC) Risk Adjustment guidelines
Performs coding quality audits within multiple EMRs, databases, and/or vendor platforms to support employed and independent clinic risk adjustment strategies
Identifies revenue, reimbursement, and provider educational opportunities while complying with state and federal regulations
Prepares and/or performs auditing analysis and provides feedback on noncompliance issues detected through auditing
Complies with all aspects of coding, abides by all ethical standards, and adheres to official coding guidelines
Provides measurable, actionable solutions to providers that will result in improved accuracy for documentation and coding practices to ensure chronic conditions are recaptured annually
Ensures that rendered physician services for claim submission and any subsequent payments are as accurate as possible while complying with regulatory guidelines, including CMS, DHS, and OIG
Assist coding leadership by making recommendations for process improvements to enhance coding quality goals and outcomes further
Responsible for maintaining current knowledge of coding guidelines and relevant federal regulations by utilizing the current ICD-10-CM manual and other relevant materials
Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent is required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Minimum of 1 year of experience in hospital inpatient/outpatient settings, medical office coding, or risk adjustment coding OR 3+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Claims Processing, Insurance Verification, Provider Credentialing, Member Services, Member Enrollment, Medical Records Management, Health Information Management, Medical Assisting, Nursing, Billing, Benefits and Eligibility, or Provider Education
Coding certification from AAPC or AHIMA is required within six (6) months of hire: Certified Professional Coder (CPC)