Remote Medical Coding Auditor

Decypher is a leading integrator of professional, technology, and management solutions and services. We provide our services globally to Federal, Commercial, Local and State clients. Our employees are our most valuable asset and play an integral role in the success of Decypher and our clients. Working at Decypher is not a job, but a career where your talent and energy is respected, and you can personally make a difference. Decypher invites you to join our professional team.

Description

Decypher is seeking Remote Medical Coding Auditors to join us in our mission supporting the Defense Health Agency (DHA). This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to help lead a team in a supportive and dynamic environment where your skills and passion can truly shine. If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the support of the US military community and demonstrate unwavering dedication to achieving excellence, you may be the perfect fit for our team.

Highly Competitive Pay and Benefits:

• Hourly base rate PLUS Health & Welfare
• 11 paid Federal Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• New laptop computer system and 27" monitor provided
• Online coding clinics
• Flexible work schedules
• 100% Remote positions

Core Duties:

• Perform initial quality reviews (IQRs) for all new coders and will provide coders with timely feedback to ensure coders are ready for coding independently.
• Utilize the Military Health System (MHS) Genesis systems to remotely access patient records and Review Outpatient (OP), OP Specialty, Emergency Department, Observation, Rounds, Same Day Surgery, and/or Inpatient accounts.
• Conduct monthly quality audits on all coders to ensure coding accuracy is between 97%-100%.
• Provide daily updates to include auditing spreadsheet and written report findings to management and coders as necessary.
• Make recommendations for new coders, or when new coders should be released to code, education or training, or removal of coders from project.
• Provide initial and ongoing education and training on system coding encounters workflow process and productivity assessments.
• May participate in recruiting process, and other aspects of competency to ensure a successful program.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. Therefore, the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or other management as required.

Education - If you believe you have the skills and experience to shine in this role, we encourage you to reach out and discuss your qualifications with us. We value diverse backgrounds and recognize that not all candidates may meet the traditional educational requirements.

• Associate's degree or higher in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or a biological science OR
• University certificate in medical coding OR
• Completion of a medical training program beyond apprentice level (e.g., medical technicians, hospital corpsmen, medical service specialists, or hospital training) offered by the Armed Forces or U.S. Maritime Service under professional medical supervision

Certifications:

ONE of the following recognized professional coding certifications:

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
• Certified Coding Specialist - Physician (CCS-P)

AND ONE of the following recognized institutional coding

• certifications: Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Registered Health Information Technician
• (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Certified Coding
• Specialist (CCS AND ONE of the following auditing certifications:

AND the following auditing certifications:

• Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA)
• Certified Evaluation and Management Auditor (CEMA)

Experience:

• Five years medical coding experience (out-patient and inpatient)
• MHS Genesis system medical coding experience
• One year of medical coding auditor experience

Behavioral Success Competencies:

• Superior oral and written English communication skills
• Proactive and action oriented
• Ability to manage time and multiple activities occurring at once
• Organized and detailed orientated

We recognize the importance of professional growth and encourage our team members to pursue multiple certifications that enhance their skills and value.

At Decypher we believe that equal opportunity fuels innovation by using the strengths of individual differences. Therefore, we strive to provide a welcoming and inclusive work environment. Decypher is fully committed to a program of equal opportunity for all applicants and employees and will actively carry out all federal and state regulations and executive orders. We apply our equal opportunity policy to all employment decisions.