Job Description:

• Audit patient medical records using clinical, coding, and payer guidelines to ensure accurate reimbursement.
• Provide clear, evidence-based rationale for code recommendations or reconsiderations to providers or payers.
• Collaborate with team leaders to ensure thorough review of DRG denials.
• Conduct audits in alignment with organizational quality and timeliness standards.
• Use proprietary auditing systems proficiently to make consistent determinations and generate audit letters.
• Recommend improvements to the audit system to enhance efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations for protected health information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• An associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing (active/unrestricted license); or in health information management is required.
• Work experience may be considered in lieu of formal education at leadership discretion.
• RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator
• RHIT- Registered Health Information Technician
• CCDS - Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist
• CDIP - Clinical Documentation Improvement Practitioner
• CCS - Certified Coding Specialist
• CIC - Certified Inpatient Coder
• Inpatient claims auditing, quality assurance or recovery auditing experience of 2 years or more required, and/or Inpatient Clinical Documentation Integrity experience of 2 years or more required
• Strong focus on quality and attention to detail.
• Deep curiosity and analytical skills to understand root causes of events and behaviors.
• Proven ability to apply critical judgment in clinical and coding determinations.
• In-depth knowledge of clinical criteria and documentation requirements to support code assignments.
• Expert in DRG methodologies (e.g., MS & APR).
• Expertise in ICD-10-CM/PCS coding, UHDDS definitions, Official Coding Guidelines, and AHA’s Coding Clinic Guidelines.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision.

Benefits:

• Work from anywhere in the US! Machinify is digital-first.
• Top Medical/Dental/Vision offerings
• FSA/HSA
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary, 401(k) with company match
• PTO
• Additional health and wellness benefits and perks
• Flexible and trusting environment where you’ll feel empowered to do your best work