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Humana Medical Coding DRG Quality Auditor in Topeka, Kansas
Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first
In this role, you will conduct quality reviews of coding processes within the Claims Cost Management organization, including offshore and vendor partners, with a focus on DRG audits. You will also drive process improvement initiatives and develop educational materials. This is a full-time, remote/work-from-home position.
Description
The Inpatient Medical Coding Auditor extracts clinical information from medical records and assigns appropriate codes (e.g., ICD-10-CM, CPT). This role involves analyzing moderately to highly complex issues requiring in-depth evaluation of variable factors.
Where you Come In
The Coding Quality Team is looking is an experienced and well-grounded medical coding auditor to quality review the inpatient hospital claims for proper reimbursement, handle provider disputes in a result-oriented and metrics-driven environment. If you are looking to work from home, for a Fortune 100 company that focuses on the well-being of their consumers and staff, and rewards performance, then you should strongly consider the Inpatient Coding Auditor (MSDRG)
So, do you love work ing on several different projects? Do you take pride in helping others and being flexible? Do you pay great attention to detail and have a passion for healthcare? Do you have a solid background in medical auditing, coding , and medical record review? If you answered YES to one or more of the above , you should strongly consider this role .
What Humana Offers
We are fortunate to offer a remote opportunity for this job. Our Fortune 100 Company values associate engagement & your well-being. We also provide excellent professional development & continued education.
Use your skills to make an impact
WORK STYLE: 100% remote/work at home
WORK HOURS: Typical business hours are Monday-Friday, 8 hours/day, 5 days/week. Some flexibility might be possible, depending on business needs
Responsibilities
In this role, you will conduct quality reviews of coding processes within the Claims Cost Management organization, including offshore and vendor partners, with a focus on DRG audits. You will also drive process improvement initiatives and develop educational materials. This is a full-time, remote/work-from-home position.
Required Qualifications
7+years of DRG Coding
5 years of Quality Auditing
Medical coding certification from AAPC OR AHIMA (CPC, CCS, CIC, CPMA or equivalent).
Prior experience reading and coding from medical records.
Strong critical thinking skills.
Proficient in independently managing diverse priorities, adept at swiftly transitioning between tasks based on urgency and demand with minimal instruction.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage workload.
Exhibit professionalism, flexibility, dependability, desire to learn, commitment to excellence, and commitment to the profession.
Excellent writing, editing, interpersonal, planning, teamwork, and communication skills.
Proficient in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
Proven ability to work independently.
Work at Home Requirements
Must be able to provide a high-speed DSL or cable modem for a home office (Satellite and Wireless Internet service is NOT allowed for this role). A minimum standard speed for optimal performance of 10x1 (10mbs download x 1mbs upload) is required.
A dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI/HIPAA information.
Preferred Qualifications
Outpatient and Inpatient experience.
Process improvement experience.
Multi-Specialty Auditing experience.
Scheduled Weekly Hours- 40
Interview Format
As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an exciting interviewing technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$65,000 - $88,600 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
Application Deadline: 02-11-2025
About us
Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
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