Medical Coding Quality Analyst

This is a REMOTE position

Position Summary
The Medical Coding Quality Analyst will be focused on development, creation, and management of content and data for coding, billing, auditing, risk adjustment, compliance, management, and other parts of the healthcare revenue stream. The Medical Coding Quality Analyst performs accuracy and quality assurance checks on coding tools, data, and content, such as crosswalks, data sets, and guideline references.
Responsibilities/Job Duties

• Research and quality check Medical Coding data, including code crosswalks, scrubber logics, and more
• Conduct quarterly and annual quality and functionality reviews of data updates and online tool performance
• Assist with code reviews for products such as books and coding reference charts
• Provide improvement feedback and ideas for data and tool updates
• Conduct coding subject matter expert (SME) reviews for content products as required
• Assist with coding/auditing cases from members to ensure accuracy and quality
• Contribute to member forums, providing authoritative and accurate responses to questions
• Collaborate with AAPC department heads and product owners on projects
• Ability to lead and work with a diverse group of subject matter experts on projects
• Provide sales support via emails and calls with customers when coding expertise is required
• Monitor subject matter developments and industry trends to suggest strategies for developing and improving content/data
• Participate in Medical Coding team meetings and decisions

• Minimum 5 years relevant coding and auditing experience, preferable in several specialties
• Pro-fee, outpatient facility, and inpatient experience preferable
• CPC, CCS, COC, or other coding credential required; CPMA and/or multiple coding credentials preferable
• Able to pass coding test
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Exceptional communication skills (written and oral)
• Flexible and adaptable; able to switch projects and handle change
• Strong attention to detail
• Great team player
• Strong ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Ability to think critically and determine the best method for completing tasks
• Willing to take risks and fail; problem solver; solution-oriented approach
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with OneDrive and SharePoint a plus
• Willing to work extra hours, if needed
• Experience working with remote/international teams a plus

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Attributes:
DRIVEN | Self-starts and stays highly motivated to achieve ambitious goals. Shares contagious energy and enthusiasm liberally. Takes initiative without always being directed.  Demonstrates confidence in decision-making and effectively balances autonomy and authority with accountability.  
HUMBLE | Learns, adapts, and improves relentlessly. Seeks feedback without insecurity and implements coaching. Recognizes others' contributions gratefully. Approaches work and relationships with an abundance mentality. Places the needs of others above self. 
TRANSPARENT| Integrity-centered, honest, truthful, and trustworthy in all aspects of work. Keeps commitments to external and internal parties. Holds self strictly accountable, valuing the trust placed in them by others. 
SUPPORTIVE | Empowers and uplifts others. Listens actively and responds with empathy and understanding. Prioritizes well-being and growth of team members and customers ahead of own interest. Faces challenges together, believing in collective strength and unity. 
INNOVATIVE | Entrepreneurial spirit with a scrappy mentality. Dreams big, sees opportunity, pursues full potential, and finds ways to accomplish the impossible. Rolls up sleeves and does real work. Works quickly, intelligently, and flexibly. 
What We Offer:
AAPC offers a competitive compensation commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, Health Savings Account (HSA), and generous PTO and holiday pay.
AAPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.
 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above-listed items.

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