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DRG Reviewer
Location
United States
Posted
1 day ago
Salary
$70.1K - $126.2K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
DRG Reviewer
Centene Corporation
• Responsible for independently conducting comprehensive reviews of MS-DRG and APR-DRG coding and clinical documentation to ensure the accuracy of DRG assignment and reimbursement. • Requires advanced expertise in ICD-10-CM/PCS coding and the ability to exercise discretion and professional judgment in assessing complex clinical information, validating diagnosis code assignments, and identifying discrepancies such as coding errors or upcoding. • Operates with significant autonomy in supporting DRG validation reviews and appeals, interpreting regulatory requirements, and making authoritative decisions to ensure compliance with all applicable laws, payer contracts, and organizational policies. • Independently conducts comprehensive MS-DRG and APR-DRG coding and clinical validation reviews, exercising professional judgment to verify ICD-10-CM/PCS assignments, validate clinical diagnoses, identify discrepancies, and apply inpatient reimbursement rules without direct supervision. • Collaborates with the Medical Director on complex cases, providing expert recommendations and influencing review outcomes to ensure clinical accuracy and compliance. • Leads the evaluation of complex cases and proactively identifies opportunities to develop medical policy in the absence of established guidelines, demonstrating discretion and authority in decision-making. • Applies advanced knowledge of coding guidelines and clinical policies throughout the review process, making autonomous determinations regarding coding accuracy and regulatory compliance. • Prepares clear, concise, and well-supported audit findings, referencing authoritative sources such as AHA Coding Clinic and ICD-10 guidelines, approved Centene policies, and adopted clinical guidelines, ensuring recommendations reflect professional expertise. • Evaluates claims and medical records for compliance with state and federal regulations, payer contracts, and company policies, exercising independent judgment in interpreting requirements and resolving ambiguities. • Consistently meets or exceeds established quality and productivity standards while managing priorities and workflow autonomously. • Contributes to strategic initiatives by assisting in the development of audit concepts, identifying new audit opportunities, and selecting claims for review, demonstrating leadership in shaping audit methodologies. • Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards.
Job Requirements
- Associate's Degree in Health Information Management, Nursing, or related field required
- 4+ years experience of performing MS-DRG and APR-DRG coding required
- 2+ years experience of performing DRG reviews for a Payment Integrity vendor or Payer required
- 2+ years experience of using DRG encoder/grouper experience (TruCode/TruBridge, 3M, Optum Encoder, Webstrat, PSI, or similar) required
- 1+ years experience of inpatient hospital documentation improvement preferred
- RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician required or RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator required or: CCS-Certified Coding Specialist required or: Certified International Credit Professional (CICP) required or: CCDS Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist required or: RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Registered Nurse or Higher (in combination with a coding credential) preferred
Benefits
- competitive pay
- health insurance
- 401K and stock purchase plans
- tuition reimbursement
- paid time off plus holidays
- flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules
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