Description:
About the Company:
NextStep Technology Inc. is seeking a Medical Records Analyst. The medical records analyst is primarily responsible for review of health information. The MRA reviews the medical records for specific criteria and validation of specific code year sets submitted from selected organizations to government and commercial client. The position requires review of protected health information and must maintain strict confidentiality when addressing or referring to such records. The incumbent must have the ability to use a variety of office equipment, computer software, the ability to use sound and professional judgement, and to work independently. The candidate(s) will be hired as an employee up to 40 hours per week (flexible scheduling). This is a remote position
About the Role:
The medical records analyst is primarily responsible for review of health information.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze protected health information (PHI) according to project-specific rules established by CMS to support coding accuracy and compliance with a 95% or higher quality standard
- Participates in the medical record submission review and intake process
- Assigns ICD-9/10-CM codes according to the guidelines as defined by the AMA coding guidelines.
- Identify and discusses project related discrepancies with Team Lead(s).
- Maintain all required coding credentials and continuing education requirements.
- Stay current and have comprehensive understanding of coding rules, updates, and guidelines as defined by the AMA.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Minimum Requirements:
- Minimum of 3- 5 years of medical coding experience
- Previous CMS-RADV and/or MAO plans experience
- Current certification through AAPC as a CPC (Certified Professional Coder) or CRC (Certified Risk Adjustment Coder) OR AHIMA as a RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator), RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) or CCS (Certified Coding Specialist)
- Achieve a passing score on a NextStep administered coder assessment
- Knowledge in anatomy and physiology, pathology of disease and medical terminology
Note: As part of your onboarding, an HHS-CMS background investigation will be required to ensure compliance with security standards and regulations. Foreign nationals must meet residency requirements and have proper work authorization.