Health Information Systems Analyst

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: DSS N Palm Beach - North Palm Beach, FL

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Day

Description

DSS, Inc. is a leading health information software development and systems integration company, offering services and solutions utilized daily by thousands of clinicians and administrative staff across both public and private sectors nationwide. We seek a Health Information Systems Analyst to provide expert advice on software development lifecycle issues related to VA patient information documentation, data integrity, and regulatory requirements specific to DSS applications.

OVERVIEW

As a Health Information Systems Analyst, this role serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to DSS, Inc., with a primary focus on Medical Coding Compliance and Revenue Cycle Operations. The analyst plays a critical role in supporting cross-functional teams by providing expert input into software design and development processes. This includes close collaboration with the Product Line group, Research and Development, and Quality Assurance teams to ensure that the solutions developed are compliant, efficient, and aligned with industry standards.

The Health Information Systems Analyst will:

• Provides expert advice on software development lifecycle issues related to VA patient information documentation, data integrity, and regulatory requirements specific to DSS applications.
• Ensures DSS software adheres to VA and industry standards for medical procedure and diagnosis codes (ICD-10 and CPT), as well as Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) coding.
• Contributes to improving VA revenue cycle quality by identifying areas for enhancement in DSS applications related to but not limited to coding, billing, revenue utilization review, claims processing, compliance, and Veterans Equitable Resource Allocation (VERA) functionalities.
• Applies in-depth knowledge of Service Connection and Special Authority conditions to ensure accurate implementation within DSS applications.
• Advises on VA-specific requirements for third-party billing and Medical Care Collections Fund (MCCF) processes within DSS applications.
• Health record legal regulatory requirements.
• Participates in Change Control Board activities to align product development with VA stakeholder needs.
• Contributes to the development and refinement of Enterprise reporting capabilities to support VA reporting needs.
• Travels as necessary in support of the product, the client and/or as directed by DSS Management.
• Acts as a SME to DSS in areas of expertise.

The preceding functions are examples of the work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments and make a reasonable accommodation as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• Possesses in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and coding guidelines regarding medical billing practices.
• Strong working knowledge of EHR systems (e.g. Epic, Cerner or comparable platforms) and healthcare data management tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality of medical information
• Experience overseeing release of information processes and medical record workflows.
• Strong analytical thinking, organizational skills and attention to detail.

Desired:

• Previous experience working for the VA in the Health Administration office handling medical records

Education:

Required:

• Master's degree in health informatics; a combination of education and experience can be substituted for degree.

Certification:

• Certified Revenue Cycle Specialist (CRCS), Certified Revenue Cycle Professional (CRCP), Certified Revenue Cycle Executive (CRCE)
• Registered Health Information Management (RHIA)
• Certified Coding Specialist
• Master's in project management

Years of experience in a similar role:

Required:

• 10 years in a similar role

Desired:

• Prior VA medical coding experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing

10% per day

Sitting

60% per day

Walking

5% per day

Stooping

0% per day

Lifting

• If traveling, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted (luggage, laptop, etc.)
• Up to 15 lbs. unassisted, several times a day (laptop, office equipment, office supplies, etc.)

Computer Work

100% per day

Telephone Work

60% per day

Reading

100% per day

Other, please specify

• Travel unassisted less up to 10% per year, via aircraft or privately owned vehicle.

SBG, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you need an accommodation seeking employment with SBG, Inc., please email or call . Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.

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