Coding Data Quality Auditor

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Position Summary

Responsible for performing audit and abstraction of medical records (provider and / or vendor) to identify and submit ICD codes that are submitted to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for the purpose of risk adjustment processes are appropriate, accurate, and supported by clinical documentation in accordance with all State and Federal regulations and internal policies and procedures.

Proven ability to support coding judgment and decisions using industry standard evidence and tools.

Proficient in abstraction and assignment of accurate medical codes for diagnoses as documented by physicians and other qualified healthcare providers in the office and / or facility setting.

Sound knowledge of coding guidelines and regulations to meet compliance requirements, such as establishing medical necessity.

Identify clinically active vs. historical conditions.

Diagnosis codes must be appropriate, accurate, and supported by clinical documentation in accordance with all State and Federal regulations and internal policies and procedures.

Utilize medical records to ensure support is documented for etiology and manifestations of disease processes.

Adhere to stringent timelines consistent with project deadlines and directives.

Conducts self- process audits to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures as well as regulatory guidance from CMS, OIG or other Regulatory body.

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 1 year recent and related experience in medical record documentation review, diagnosis coding, and / or auditing.

CPC (Certified Professional Coder) or CCS-P (Certified Coding Specialist-Physician) required.

CRC (Certified Risk Adjustment Coder)

Computer proficiency including experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, industry standard coding applications).

Experience with International Classification of Disease (ICD) codes required.

Experience with Medicare and / or Commercial and / or Medicaid Risk Adjustment process and Hierarchical Condition Categories (HCC) preferred.

Education

AA / AS or equivalent experience

Completion of AAPC / AHIMA training program for core credential (CPC, CCS-P) with associated work history / on the job experience equal to approximately 3 years for CPC.

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is :

$18.50 - $42.35

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

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Great benefits for great people

We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include :

Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan .

No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.

Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.

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We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on : 10 / 20 / 2025

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

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