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EXL

DRG Quality Manager

EXL

. Support execution and ongoing improvement of DRG quality review programs, including readmissions and place of service reviews .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in DRG quality review programs, including compliance with regulatory guidelines and effective team leadership. Proficient in audit quality solutions, productivity management, and operational improvement initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Active Coding Credential (CCS, RHIT, RHIA, CPC)MS-DRG and APR-DRG ExperienceICD-10-CM/PCS KnowledgeDRG Reimbursement Methodologies UnderstandingHealthcare Quality Operations Experience

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Hard Skills
Audit Quality ReviewQuality Control ProcessesData AnalysisProductivity ManagementRegulatory ComplianceQuality Improvement InitiativesPerformance ManagementWorkflow DistributionTrend IdentificationCoding Quality Review
Soft Skills
CoachingFeedbackCommunication SkillsAdaptabilityProject Management
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeExcelDashboardsAudit/Reporting Systems
Certifications & Qualifications
CCSRHITRHIACPC
Industry Keywords
MedicareMedicaidCMS RegulationsCommercial Payer GuidelinesLeanSix Sigma

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Support execution and ongoing improvement of DRG quality review programs, including readmissions and place of service reviews
  • Partner with technology, operations, and training teams to implement audit quality solutions
  • Oversee day-to-day quality review operations against client SLAs, quality expectations, productivity goals, and internal standards
  • Manage quality review inventory, workflow distribution, QA aging, and productivity
  • Directly supervise DRG quality analysts through coaching, feedback, and performance management
  • Ensure adherence to productivity, quality, accuracy, and SLA standards
  • Monitor regulatory and payer guideline updates for compliance
  • Support one-on-ones, training, and development planning
  • Identify quality, operational, and process gaps and drive improvement initiatives
  • Escalate and help resolve client, quality, auditor performance, and operational issues
  • Support reporting on productivity, quality, audit accuracy, QA inventory, and defect trends
  • Assist with program implementations by defining quality expectations, review criteria, and quality control processes
  • Ensure consistency across quality analysts, programs, Operations, Training, and global partners
  • Facilitate ongoing development, knowledge depth, and upskilling of quality analysts

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Active coding credential required, such as CCS, RHIT, RHIA, or CPC
  • 5–8 years of experience with MS-DRG and APR-DRG
  • Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS and Official Coding Guidelines
  • Prior experience leading teams or acting in a supervisory capacity
  • Strong understanding of DRG reimbursement methodologies
  • Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, CMS regulations, and commercial payer guidelines
  • Experience in audit, payment integrity operations, healthcare quality operations, or coding quality review
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to identify trends
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, dashboards, Excel, and audit/reporting systems
  • Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent preferred
  • Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects under pressure
  • Ability to adapt to changing program, client, and operational needs

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Healthcare insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k) options
  • Work from home / 100% remote
  • Limited travel for team meetings
  • Hands-on experience with top-tier healthcare clients
  • Collaborative, supportive, and inclusive culture
  • Fast-paced, innovative environment