CVS Health

Data Quality Audit Analyst

CVS Health
Posted 10/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $45 per hourWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in ICD Coding, medical record documentation review, and compliance with CMS regulations. Proficient in mentoring staff and conducting audits to ensure accuracy and adherence to coding guidelines.

Highest-signal resume keywords
CPC CertificationCCS-P CertificationCRC CertificationMedical Record Documentation ReviewICD Coding

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Perform second-level quality inter-rater review audits of medical records coded by internal teams and external vendors, when applicable
  • Ensure ICD codes submitted to CMS for risk adjustment are appropriate, accurate, and supported by clinical documentation
  • Support coding judgments and decisions using industry-standard evidence and tools
  • Communicate supporting evidence to internal stakeholders, clinical staff, coding staff, federal regulators, and vendor coding resources
  • Mentor internal staff based on audit findings and provide education on ICD coding
  • Conduct process audits for compliance with internal policies, procedures, CMS regulations, OIG guidance, and other regulatory requirements
  • Work independently and collaboratively across cross-functional teams
  • Meet stringent timelines and project deadlines
  • Identify and communicate documentation deficiencies to support peer education and development
  • Maintain compliance and establish medical necessity

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • CPC (Certified Professional Coder) or CCS-P (Certified Coding Specialist-Physician) certification required
  • Minimum of 3 years of recent, related experience in medical record documentation review, diagnosis coding, and/or auditing
  • Completion of an AAPC or AHIMA training program for a core credential (CPC or CCS-P), with associated work history and on-the-job experience equivalent to approximately 3 years for CPC certification
  • CRC (Certified Risk Adjustment Coder) required within the first six months
  • Associate degree, or equivalent experience preferred
  • Knowledge of coding guidelines and regulations
  • Knowledge of medical documentation requirements, fraud and abuse regulations, and penalties associated with documentation and coding violations

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to base pay
  • Medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement savings options
  • Wellness programs
  • Other resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being, based on eligibility

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Hard Skills
Diagnosis CodingQuality AuditingCoding Guidelines KnowledgeRegulatory ComplianceDocumentation ReviewClinical DocumentationEvidence-Based SupportProcess AuditsMedical NecessityFraud and Abuse Regulations
Soft Skills
CommunicationMentoringCollaborationProblem-SolvingTime Management
Certifications & Qualifications
CPCCCS-PCRC
Industry Keywords
CMS RegulationsOIG GuidanceRisk AdjustmentInternal PoliciesClinical Staff Interaction