Senior Coding Quality Analyst (CPC) - Special Investigations Unit (Aetna SIU)

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time. The Senior Coding Quality Analyst (CPC) – Special Investigations Unit will perform medical claim reviews for the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) to ensure compliance with coding practices through a comprehensive record review for medical, behavioral, transportation and other healthcare providers. The CPC must have the ability to determine correct coding and appropriate documentation during the review of medical records. The CPC must also ensure that the state, federal and company requirements are met and recognize any concerning billing patterns or trends. Conduct comprehensive quality reviews of completed medical coding reviews to ensure coding logic aligns with medical record documentation, CPT/HCPCS/ICD 10 guidelines, and payer, state, and federal requirements.

• Perform in depth medical record reviews across medical, behavioral health, transportation, and other healthcare provider claims.
• Analyze data, documentation, and evidence to identify potential billing errors, abuse, or fraudulent activity, including concerning billing patterns and trends.
• Handle complex coding reviews, including those related to legal, compliance, escalations, audits, and rework initiatives, resolving issues with sensitivity and professionalism.
• Independently research and apply state, CMS, and payer specific guidelines relevant to audits and reviews.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost savings, and cases that may warrant prepayment review.
• Maintain accurate documentation, records, files, and tracking logs while meeting established deadlines and performance metrics.
• Regularly use departmental tools and workflows with minimal assistance to support daily operations.
• Provide mentorship and training to coders, offering guidance on coding quality, documentation standards, and review methodology.
• Serve as management back up and support team operations in the manager’s absence.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of coding standards, compliance changes, reimbursement methodologies, and investigatory best practices.
• Maintains up-to-date coding knowledge, including new changes to coding compliance and reimbursement.

1+ year of reviewing coding consultant decisions for quality purposes

• 1+ year of developing and implementing quality remediation plans
• 1+ year of experience in medical coding in a Fraud, Waste, Abuse and/or error department
• Knowledge of standard industry coding guides and guidelines including CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10,
• Experience with researching coding and policies.
• Experience with Microsoft products; Excel and Word

Strong attention to detail and ability to review and interpret data. • GED or High School diploma Full time Pay Range 46,988.00 - $102,000.00 This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong. This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility. Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments . We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/30/2026 Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.