Coding and Compliance Auditor Level I - Atlantic Health System

Responsible for coding quality audits of all records (outpatient, inpatient, procedures, testing) to assure appropriateness and accurate code assignments in accordance with Center of Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) guidelines and provide ongoing feedback and analysis of the education needs for the providers and staff; also responsible for assisting with coding inquiries from providers, charge posters, billing staff, etc.


Principal Accountabilities:


1. Coordinates, schedules, performs the professional services documentation and coding audits of outpatient, inpatient, procedures and testing records for physician practices
2. Evaluates the quality of clinical documentation to identify incomplete or inconsistent documentation that could impact the quality of data being reported
3. Audits codes and professional fee services performed by providers from medical records according to ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, and CMS guidelines
4. Responsible for maintaining up to date knowledge of coding guidelines as they relate to professional services.
5. Develop and coordinate educational and training programs regarding elements of coding such as appropriate documentation, accurate coding, coding trends found during chart reviews, third party audit findings, and annual coding updates.
6. Evaluates and provides appropriate documentation for the third party payer CPT denials to maintain the original CPT assignment, and when necessary, implement corrective action plan and/or educational programs to prevent similar denials and rejections from recurring.
7. Meets with the providers to review the audit findings and to recommend ways to improve when indicated
8. Orients and trains new providers throughout the year
9. Audit charts for accurate and correct coding and compliance within documentation guidelines and AHS policies
10. Prepares written reports of the audit findings by provider/practice
11. Follows up with providers as needed until documentation improves
12. Assists with claim denial reports to ensure optimal reimbursement
13. Serves as a resource to the office staff, providers, and billing department
14. Provides clarification on coding and compliance policies

Atlantic Health System is at the forefront of medicine, setting standards for quality health care powered by a workforce of more than 18,000 team members and 4,800 affiliated physicians dedicated to building healthier communities, the system offers more than 400 sites of care, including eight award-winning medical centers. Specializing in cardiovascular care, cancer care, orthopedics, neuroscience, pediatrics, women's health and rehabilitation medicine. Atlantic Medical Group, comprised of 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers, represents one of the largest multi-specialty practices in New Jersey and includes finance, legal, marketing, human resources, talent acquisition, ISS and more. Caring for our patients, our team members and the communities we serve is our central mission.