What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coding Auditor - Inpatient position at SSM Health?
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Job Highlights:
Qualifications: Ideal candidate has experience with inpatient coding and auditing. RHIT, RHIA, and CCS are preferred certifications.
Remote work: This position is eligible for remote work in accordance with SSM policies. Note that remote work is not permissible in some states; Human Resources should be consulted for additional information and guidance.
*Candidates to reside in MO, IL, OK, or WI (additional states my be considered)
Job Summary:
Performs periodic and ongoing audits of claims to ensure accuracy of coding and billing, and sufficiency of supporting documentation.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Audits specified number of records per coder as defined in the system coding audit plan.
- Prepares audit reports that are issued to key stakeholders, as appropriate.
- Develops corrective action plans to address opportunities for coding, billing and documentation improvement.
- Identifies trends and educational opportunities. Prepares and presents educational programs related to coding.
- Assists in the management of the coding and billing auditing and monitoring program to address high risk compliance areas.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare or related field, or equivalent years of experience and education
EXPERIENCE
- Three years' experience
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin
- Certified Coding Associate (CCA) - American Health Information Management Assoc (AHIMA)
- Or
- Certified Coding Specialist - Physician-based (CCS-P) - American Health Information Management Assoc (AHIMA)
- Or
- Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
- Or
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC®) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
- Or
- Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - American Health Information Management Assoc (AHIMA)
- Or
- Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - American Health Information Management Assoc (AHIMA)
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)Job Type:
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Benefits:
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
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