CERTIFIED MEDICAL CODING AUDITOR

Location: Columbia, Missouri - Remote available
Shift: Monday - Friday, 8-5
Department: Coding & Data Management
Salary Range: $23.98 - $34.74/hour - final salary based on experience
ABOUT THE JOB
MU Health Care is looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Medical Coding Auditor, Certified to join our team. We seek a candidate with a passion for ensuring accuracy and compliance in MEDICAL CODING, embodying a commitment to excellence in healthcare. The ideal candidate will possess a keen eye for detail, conducting thorough internal and external coding audits to guarantee precision in code assignment, in alignment with evolving guidelines and policies. As a key member of our team, you'll play a vital role in developing and implementing audit plans, providing insightful analysis of findings, and delivering engaging education programs for our Health Information Management coding staff. Your commitment to continuous improvement and adherence to corporate compliance policies will contribute to the overall success of MU Health Care, where excellence in healthcare is not just a goal but a shared commitment. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare with your expertise and dedication!
ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE
MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals - including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital - and over 50 specialty clinics located throughout the region.
As an MU Health Care employee, you'll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career.
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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays
Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more
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JOB DUTIES
Conduct internal and coordinate external coding audits of medical record documentation to ensure coding is complete and accurate per official coding guidelines, third-party payer guidelines, and internal facility policies.
Develop and implement detailed audit plans and programs to ensure compliance with MU Health Care coding guidelines, official coding guideline changes, and new code implementations. Conduct regular coding audits to ensure compliance with changes in official coding guidelines and new code implementations.
Analyze audit and denial responses and findings to ensure concordance with all applicable rules and regulations. Provide root cause and corrective action plans for identified issues.
Plan and execute education programs and presentations for Health Information Management (HIM) coding staff based on internal and external audit findings.
Conduct pre-billing new hire audit reviews and education per Corporate Compliance policies to ensure appropriate code assignment and proper charge capture.
May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Advanced knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS coding, CPT coding, diagnosis-related groups (DRG), and coding guidelines. Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.Associate's degree in health information management or a health related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired.
Three (3) years of experience in coding, audit, or denials coordination.
One of the following certifications:

• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
• Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
• Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)

New hires with Certified Coding Associate (CCA) certification by AHIMA, or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) by American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) must obtain RHIA, RHIT, CCS, COC, or CIC within one (1) year as a condition of continued employment in this job classification.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. The employee may be required ambulate, remain in a stationary position and position self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may be required to move objects up to 10 lbs.