DRG Revenue Integrity Auditor

Sacbar; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quality of life with remote schedule

Exempt/Salaried position

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage, 401K

Long-term disability & life insurance

Job summary

Sacbar is seeking a DRG Revenue Integrity Auditor (DRG - A) to perform DRG validation and quality audits on inpatient charts from remote locations in the United States. You will review charts, ensure accurate coding, and use ICD-10-CM/PCS terminology to capture true clinical pictures in compliance with guidelines.

The role requires CCS certification and 5+ years in acute care or with a CDS/DRG auditing background, with strong analytical skills and the ability to train or mentor new hires.

Qualifications

• CCS certification is required.
• Five or more years of experience in an acute care setting or with a third-party vendor as a DRG Auditor or CDS.
• CDI/Coding auditor experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience with telecommuting and EMR systems is expected.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to coding guidelines and CDI best practices to determine correct coding.
• Analyze records for potential query opportunities and correct code sequencing.
• Maintain quality reviews and ensure the true clinical picture is captured with productivity.
• Stay up to date with official coding guidelines and clinical criteria.
• Provide training to new hires and assist with training materials and policies.
• Assist with project data analysis, reporting, and client feedback.

Skills

Telecommuting experience

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

MS Teams

Analytical skills

Team player

Multitasking across clients

Education

CCS Certification

Five+ years acute care experience

CDI/Coding auditor experience (preferred)

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Teams

Job description

The DRG Revenue Integrity Auditor (DRG - A) performs Diagnostic Related Group (DRG) validation and quality audits on Inpatient charts. The DRG - A will perform chart reviews and will ensure that all reviewed charts capture the patient’s true clinical picture from the codes assigned by the facility’s coders in compliance with federal laws. The DRG - A will utilize International Classification of Diseases - Clinical Modification (CM) and Procedure Coding System (PCS) Terminology to ensure accurate coding. Responsible for validating proper sequencing and accuracy of ICD-10-CM/PCS codes, POA assignments, severity of illness (SOI), risk of mortality (ROM), Hierarchical Condition Category (HCC) capture CMI and other coding factors. Usage of most current Clinical Criteria, MCG, InterQual, payers’ Clinical Policy Bulletins, CMS Guidelines, NCDs and/or LCDs. Adherence to all coding guidelines and CDI best practices, as endorsed by ACDIS and AHIMA, to determine correct coding that is clinically supported and composing and sending queries when necessary. Analyze records for potential query opportunities and appropriate code assignment along with correct code sequencing. Maintain quality of reviews by making sure the true clinical picture is captured timely. Staying up to date with medical and coding guidelines, along with advancements within their field. Support CorroHealth in developing accurate training materials. Provide training and shadowing to new hires. Assist CorroHealth with project data analysis, reporting, and feedback internally and externally to CorroHealth clients. Maintain professional etiquette. Ensures all PHI is appropriately stored and delivered to authorized individuals. Meets or exceeds production and quality metrics. Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings. Additionally, DRG - A may also be required to audit clients’ clinical documentation integrity (CDI) program to include query review, analysis of coding, and overall program accuracy. Responsible to keep up with your company and EMR access log ins and passwords. All other position related duties as delegated by management. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The list below is representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
**Sign on bonus available**

Important Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adherence to all coding guidelines and CDI best practices, as endorsed by ACDIS and AHIMA, to determine correct coding that is clinically supported
• Analyze records for potential query opportunities and appropriate code assignment and code sequencing
• Maintain quality of reviews and making sure the true clinical picture is captured, along with ensuring chart review productivity
• Staying up to date with official coding guidelines, coding clinics and clinical criteria
• Available to provide training to other new hires, if required, along with supporting development of training materials, as well as clinical, coding and CDI policies
• Assisting with project data analysis, reporting, and feedback both internally and to clients
• In all situations, protecting the privacy and confidentiality of patient health and client information, and follows the
• Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by AHIMA and adheres to official coding guidelines and compliance practices, standards, and procedures
• Conduct chart reviews as assigned, meeting the productivity standards as set forth for each project or record type
• Communicates with coworkers in an open and respectful manner that promotes teamwork and knowledge sharing
• When interacting with clients, always conducts themselves in a professional manner, exhibiting excellent relationship, work performance and communication skill so as to support the company and its business interests
• Maintenance of professional credentials and knowledge of CDI, coding, reimbursement, and compliance issues through continuing education
• Other duties and responsibilities, as assigned

Work Experience:

• CCS Required
• Five or more years working in an acute care setting or a third-party vendor as a DRG Auditor or Clinical Documentation Specialist (CDS).
• Prior experience of working as a CDI/Coding auditor is preferred but NOT a requirement.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Experience with telecommuting and electronic medical record systems required
• Good computer skills and familiarity with commonly used work apps, such as MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, Teams, etc.
• Strong analytical skills
• Works well with numbers, using basic math skills
• Strong team player
• Ability to work with multiple and diverse clients and projects
• Ability to switch between multiple clients throughout the day and week
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to maintain and access multiple files

We Offer:

• Quality of life with a remote predictable, full-time schedule
• Exempt/Salaried positions
• Opportunities for career growth within the organization
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage, 401K with match
• Long-term disability insurance, life insurance and more
• Holidays Time and ample paid time off
• Allowance for CME and/or license renewal