Medical Coding Quality Analyst (Remote)

Lifepoint Health•Brentwood, TN

1d•Remote

About The Position

As a Quality Analyst at Lifepoint Health, you will be a key member of the Health Support Center (HSC) team, supporting those who interface with patients and community members. Your primary responsibilities will include auditing coders, educating coders, and working on various projects related to coding and education, such as RAC audits. You will operate within a team environment, receiving guidance from the Quality Supervisor and Manager, Coding Quality, and collaborating closely with the Centralized Coding Unit and PSRI vendor partners.

Requirements

5 years medical abstract coding/auditing Pro-Fee experience required.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in coding audit or quality review work required.
Auditing Certification through AAPC (CPMA) Required.
Work authorization in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent experience.
Additional certifications (or eligibility therefor): CPC CEMC CRC CPB Specialty certification CCS-P RHIT

Responsibilities

Apply appropriate coding classification standards and guidelines to medical record documentation for accurate coding.
Perform quality assessment of records, including verification of medical record documentation (both electronic and handwritten).
Perform quality assessments of coders completed work to validate standards are met.
Educate coders and other staff on appropriate coding guidelines.
Research errors or missing documentation from medical records in order to provide accurate coding processes.
Abstract and assign the appropriate ICD-10, HCPCS/CPT codes; including Level I & Level II modifiers as appropriate for all diagnosis and procedures performed in outpatient and inpatient settings.
Assist in the development and ongoing maintenance of processes and procedures for each assigned client revolving around system use, billing/coding rules, and client specific guidelines.
Manage time effectively to meet all required deadlines and timeframes for client and department needs.
Collaborate in a team environment with the Department Manager and other staff on a regular basis.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and laws.