Medical Coder - State Arbitration Job at Maximus, Springfield, MA

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  • Maximus
  • Springfield, MA

Job Description

Description & Requirements

Maximus is currently hiring for a Medical Coder to join our NY State Arbitration team. This is a remote opportunity. The Medical Coder is responsible for completing retrospective reimbursement reviews which includes reviewing services rendered and determining a reasonable reimbursement. They will make final determinations and craft a written determination letter that is final and binding. The Medical Coder must be comfortable working in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Audit medical records to ensure compliance with the Medicare Advantage Risk Adjustment standards including abstraction and assignment of appropriate codes based on clinical data.
- Enter coded data into a system accurately and validate date entered.
- Research correct coding practices, clearly document and share findings with others.
- Write clear and concise rationales that provide defensible support of decisions.
- Train staff members on the coding processes (both project specific and general coding).
- Perform QA audits on coding process.
- Recommend and suggest improvements to assigned projects.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Requirements

- High school diploma or equivalent with 4+ years of experience, or AA with 2+ years of experience.
- Preferred risk adjustment auditing experience of coding inpatient and outpatient medical records.
- CPC, CCS, or RHIT Certification required.
- Ability to use critical thinking skills.
- Must have excellent writing skills.

- Ability to work a training schedule of 8:30am - 4:30pm EST Monday - Friday required.

- Knowledge of Medical Billing and Coding Systems such as ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS highly preferred.

- Familiarity with reimbursement for services rendered highly preferred.

- Understanding of the No Surprises Act and its implications for billing practices preferred.

Please note: For this position Maximus will provide equipment to use.

Home Office Requirements:
- Internet speed of 20mbps or higher required / 50 Mpbs for shared internet connectivity (you can test this by going to
- Minimum 5mpbs upload speed
- Connectivity to the internet via either Wi-Fi or Category 5 or 6 ethernet patch cable to the home router
- Private work area and adequate power source
- Must currently and permanently reside in the Continental US

EEO Statement


Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We're proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.

Pay Transparency


Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Minimum Salary


$

22.00

Maximum Salary


$

28.00

Job Tags

Minimum wage, Holiday work, Permanent employment, Contract work, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Remote job, Home office, Currently hiring, Monday to Friday,

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