Coding Auditor

Ascension

9d • $30 - $40 • Remote

About The Position

Audit Records: Perform coder audits based on the established system plan.
Report Results: Distribute audit findings to the appropriate stakeholders.
Improvement Plans: Create corrective actions for coding, billing, and documentation issues.
Trend Analysis: Identify patterns to find specific educational needs.
Education & Support: Present training programs and help manage high-risk compliance monitoring.

Requirements

• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) preferred. Licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credentialed from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) preferred. Licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed.
• Reg Health Info Admnstr credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) preferred. Licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed.
• Reg Health Info Tech credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) preferred. Licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed.
• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required.
• 1 year of experience required.

Nice To Haves

• 5 or more years of experience in coding and 2 or more years experience in auditing healthcare
• CPC or CPS or CPMA certification

Responsibilities

• Perform coder audits based on the established system plan.
• Distribute audit findings to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Create corrective actions for coding, billing, and documentation issues.
• Identify patterns to find specific educational needs.
• Present training programs and help manage high-risk compliance monitoring.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED