Clinical DRG Auditor- Remote

Gainwell Technologies LLC; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible vacation policy

Educational assistance

Leadership development academies

Job summary

Gainwell Technologies is seeking a Clinical DRG Auditor to perform DRG validation reviews of medical records, coding accuracy, and documentation support. The role requires extensive clinical auditing experience, RN licensure, and specialty in MS-DRG/APR-DRG coding, with proficiency in ICD-10 guidelines and CMS rules.

The candidate will work remotely within the United States, traveling up to 10% as needed, and contribute to training new Coders and Auditors while maintaining certifications and

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted RN license in the United States.
• Coding certifications required and maintained as a condition of employment.
• Minimum 3+ years clinical inpatient hospital experience.
• 2+ years MS-DRG/APR-DRG coding or auditing experience with ICD-10 guidelines.
• Expert knowledge of ICD-10-CM and DRG methodologies.
• Strong computer skills and ability to use auditing tools and virtual meeting software.

Responsibilities

• Audits medical record documentation for accuracy of principal and secondary diagnoses and procedures.
• Adheres to coding guidelines, clinics, and regulatory mandates.
• Substantiates conclusions with ICD-10 coding expertise and clinical knowledge.
• Document audit determinations and rationale in HMS systems.
• Apply coding judgment for sequencing and DRG determinations.
• Assist management by training new Coders and Auditors.

Skills

MS-DRG/APR-DRG coding

ICD-10 coding expertise

Clinical auditing

HMS auditing systems

Proficiency in MS Office & virtualMeet

Training/mentoring

Education

RN licensure (US)

Coding Certifications (RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CIC/CCDS/CPC)

Tools

HMS proprietary auditing system

MS Teams / Zoom

Job description

It takes great medical minds to create powerful solutions that solve some of healthcare’s most complex challenges. Join us and put your expertise to work in ways you never imagined possible. We know you’ve honed your career in a fast-moving medical environment. While Gainwell operates with a sense of urgency, you’ll have the opportunity to work more flexible hours. And working at Gainwell carries its rewards. You’ll have an incredible opportunity to grow your career in a company that values work-life balance, continuous learning, and career development.

Summary

We are seeking a talented individual for a Clinical DRG Auditor who is responsible for performing DRG validation (clinical/coding) reviews of medical records and/or other documentation to validate the conditions that were documented in the medical record, the ICD-10-CM/PCS code assignments and determine the accuracy of DRG assignment that is clinically supported as defined by review methodologies specific to the contract for which review services are being provided. This involves accessing proprietary systems to audit medical records, accurately documenting findings and providing policy/regulatory support for determination. The candidate must have extensive clinical experience with a background in auditing medical records with a high level of understanding payment methodologies including MS-DRG, AP-DRG and APR-DRG.

Your role in our mission

• Performs audits of medical record documentation to determine the accuracy of principal and secondary diagnosis (including MCC & CC) and procedure codes.
• Adheres to official coding guidelines, coding clinics and regulatory guidelines and mandates.
• Draws on advanced ICD-10 coding expertise and clinical knowledge to substantiate conclusions.
• Utilizes HMS proprietary auditing systems with a high level of proficiency to document audit determinations and rationale.
• Applies clinical review judgment to make coding validation determinations including sequencingICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS procedural codes for inpatient claims.
• Consistently achieves productivity and quality performance standards established by management.
• Assists management with training new Coders or Clinical DRG Auditors to include daily monitoring, mentoring, feedback and education.
• Maintains current knowledge of coding guidelines and successfully completes required CEUs to maintain RN license and coding certification.
• Responsible for attending training and scheduled meetings to enhance skills and working knowledge of clinical policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.

What we're looking for

• Active, unrestricted RN licensure from the United States and in the state of primary home residency, active compact multistate unrestricted RN license as defined by the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), required
• At least one of the following Coding Certifications is required and is to be maintained as a condition of employment: RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CIC, CCDS or CPC
• 3+ years clinical experience in an inpatient hospital setting required
• 2+ years of MS DRG/APR DRG coding or auditing experience with expert knowledge of ICD-10 Official Coding Guidelines and DRG reimbursement methodologies
• Expert knowledge of ICD -10-CM coding including but not limited to; expert knowledge of principal diagnosis selection, complications/comorbidities (CCs) and major complications/comorbidities (MCCs), and conditions that impact severity of illness (SOI) and risk of mortality (ROM)
• Expert knowledge of ICD-10-PCS coding methodologies, code sequencing, and discharge disposition in accordance with CMS requirements, Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, and Coding Clinic guidance
• Demonstrated ability to apply clinical review judgment to make clinical determinations
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills and typing, i.e., Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Internet browsers and in virtual meeting tools i.e., Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc.

What you should expect in this role

Remote within the U.S. May be required to work extended hours for special business needs Travel: 0–10% of the time, depending on business needs.

The pay range for this position is $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

All salaried, full-time candidates are eligible for our generous, flexible vacation policy, a , and educational assistance. We also have a variety of leadership and technical development academies to help build your skills and capabilities.

We believe nothing is impossible when you bring together people who care deeply about making healthcare work better for everyone. Build your career with Gainwell, an industry leader. You’ll be joining a company where collaboration, innovation, and inclusion fuel our growth. Learn more about Gainwell at our and visit our for all available job role openings.

Gainwell Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), age, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Gainwell Technologies defines “wages” and “wage rates” to include “all forms of pay, including, but not limited to, salary, overtime pay, bonuses, stock, stock options, profit sharing and bonus plans, life insurance, vacation and holiday pay, cleaning or gasoline allowances, hotel accommodations, reimbursement for travel expenses, and benefits.