DRG Audit Manager

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Change Healthcare is a leading healthcare technology company with a mission to inspire a better healthcare system. We deliver innovative solutions to patients, hospitals, and insurance companies to improve clinical decision making, simplify financial processes, and enable better patient experiences to improve lives and support healthier communities.

Work Location:

• Fully Remote - U.S.

Position:

The DRG Audit Manager is responsible for managing a team of DRG Analysts within the Payment Integrity DRG Audit team.   The DRG Audit Manager will maintain effective communication with DRG staff, clients, and management as necessary to ensure audit accuracy and integrity in accordance with client contracts and coding guidelines. The DRG Audit Manager will be responsible for performing and reporting quality assurance findings to the DRG analyst team and management.

Core Responsibilities:

• Utilize coding and audit experience and industry best practices to lead a team of DRG Analysts to   deliver timely and accurate audits

• Direct training and professional development for the DRG Analysts

• Ensure accuracy of audits through acquired knowledge of client policies and contract information

• Assist in the development and support of analysts to meet and exceed documented productivity standards

• Performance of periodic quality assurance reviews and documentation analysis of DRG audits to ensure consistency and accuracy in accordance with coding guidelines, client expectations, and contractual requirements

• Training of DRG audit staff in accordance with internal policies and procedures to assure consistency and accuracy of DRG reviews

• Identify and review potential DRG audit inconsistencies, target areas of improvement, and communicate findings with management and audit staff

• Act as a point of contact and resource for DRG audit staff

Requirements:

• 5+ years of coding/audit experience including extensive knowledge of inpatient coding requirements in both ICD- 10 CM & PCS

• 3+ years people management experience

• Ability to perform in-depth analysis of documentation relating to appropriateness of clinical coding

• Willingness to engage in both tactical hands-on work and strategic work, as needed, to manage and complete priorities

• Ability to work independently and drive execution by understanding actions and performance necessary to motivate staff and provide an environment that strives for continuous improvement

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to clearly communicate verbal or written expectations; outlines goals and objectives for all levels of staff within the team to achieve success

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft office and Excel

• At least one of the following certifications is required:  Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Willingness to engage in both tactical hands-on work and strategic work, as needed, to manage and complete priorities

• Ability to work independently and drive execution by understanding actions and performance necessary to motivate staff and provide an environment that strives for continuous improvement

• Ability to interface with all levels of the company including clients

• Ability to manage multiple, concurrent priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• General office demands

Travel:

• No travel required

Unique Benefits*:

• Flexible work environments

• Ready, Set, Grow Career Development Center & access to Change Healthcare University for continuous professional learning & development with more than 5,000 training assets

• Volunteer days, employee giving and matching gifts programs, community awards and dollars for doers, community partnerships

• Employee wellbeing programs and generous health plans

• Educational assistance programs

• US 401(k) or Group RRSP (Canada) savings plans with matching employer contributions

• Be sure to ask our Talent Advisors for more information on location specific benefits and paid time off policies

• Learn more at https://careers.changehealthcare.com

• *Eligibility for some benefits may be limited or not available for part-time employees, be sure to speak with your Talent Advisor.

Diversity and Inclusion:

• At Change Healthcare, we include all. We celebrate diversity and inclusivity, respect each other and value our unique experiences. By being our authentic selves, we bring different perspectives into our work and relationships.

• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) play a central role in advancing diversity and inclusion at Change Healthcare. They deepen our understanding of different cultures, people, and experiences, and help foster an inclusive workplace. Change offers eight (8) BRGs. Learn more at https://careers.changehealthcare.com/diversity

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New York and New Jersey Residents Only: The salary range for New York City, NY and Westchester County, NY is $74,405 - $155,400.  The salary range for Ithaca, NY is $64,700– $129,500.  The salary range for Jersey City, NJ is $77,640 – $155,400.  Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, Change Healthcare offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with Change Healthcare, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

•At Change Healthcare, we include all. We celebrate diversity and inclusivity, respect each other and value our unique experiences. By being our authentic selves, we bring different perspectives into our work and relationships.
•Business Resource Groups (BRGs) play a central role in advancing diversity and inclusion at Change Healthcare. They deepen our understanding of different cultures, people, and experiences, and help foster an inclusive workplace. Change offers eight (8) BRGs. Learn more at https://careers.changehealthcare.com/diversity

Feeling Inspired? Ready to #MakeAChange? Apply today!

COVID Vaccination Requirements

We remain committed to doing our part to ensure the health, safety and well-being of our team members and our communities. As such, some individuals may be required to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to or during employment. Certain roles may require COVID-19 vaccination and/or testing as a condition of employment. Change Healthcare adheres to COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance.

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