Coding Auditor - Ascension Health
Halethorpe, MD
About the Job
Details
+ Department: Business Operations
+ Schedule: 40 Hours/Week; Daytime Hours
+ Facility: Ascension Saint Agnes Lansdowne Station
+ Location: Halethorpe, MD
+ Salary: $25.52 - $38.28
Full Time On Site in Halethorpe, MD
_Actual compensation offered will vary based on factors including applicable licenses, certifications, education, experience, location, qualifications and comparison with associates in similar roles._
Benefits
Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
_*Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics._
Responsibilities
Perform periodic and ongoing audits of claims to ensure accuracy of coding and billing, and sufficiency of supporting documentation.
+ Audit specified number of records per coder as defined in the system coding audit plan.
+ Prepare audit reports that are issued to key stakeholders, as appropriate.
+ Develop corrective action plans to address opportunities for coding, billing and documentation improvement.
+ Identify trends and educational opportunities.
+ Prepare and present educational programs related tocoding.
+ Assist in the management of the coding and billing auditing and monitoring program to address high risk compliance areas.
Requirements
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
+ Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) preferred.
+ Reg Health Info Admnstr credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) preferred.
+ Reg Health Info Tech credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) preferred.
+ Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credentialed from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) preferred.
Education:
+ High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required.
Work Experience:
+ 1 year of experience required.
Additional Preferences
+ CPC Certified
+ HCC/RAF knowledge
+ Anesthesia Coding background
Why Join Our Team
Ascension Saint Agnes in Baltimore, Maryland operates a full-service, 254-bed teaching hospital, the Ascension Saint Agnes Medical Group, Ascension Saint Agnes Imaging Center and Ascension Saint Agnes Foundation. As an associate, you will be a part of a team that is committed to providing a place of respect and inclusion for all associates, as well as a rich learning environment with countless opportunities for career growth and professional development.
Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.
Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp_10_20.pdf) poster.
As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.
Pay Non-Discrimination Notice (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf)
Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.
This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.
+ Department: Business Operations
+ Schedule: 40 Hours/Week; Daytime Hours
+ Facility: Ascension Saint Agnes Lansdowne Station
+ Location: Halethorpe, MD
+ Salary: $25.52 - $38.28
Full Time On Site in Halethorpe, MD
_Actual compensation offered will vary based on factors including applicable licenses, certifications, education, experience, location, qualifications and comparison with associates in similar roles._
Benefits
Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
_*Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics._
Responsibilities
Perform periodic and ongoing audits of claims to ensure accuracy of coding and billing, and sufficiency of supporting documentation.
+ Audit specified number of records per coder as defined in the system coding audit plan.
+ Prepare audit reports that are issued to key stakeholders, as appropriate.
+ Develop corrective action plans to address opportunities for coding, billing and documentation improvement.
+ Identify trends and educational opportunities.
+ Prepare and present educational programs related tocoding.
+ Assist in the management of the coding and billing auditing and monitoring program to address high risk compliance areas.
Requirements
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
+ Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) preferred.
+ Reg Health Info Admnstr credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) preferred.
+ Reg Health Info Tech credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) preferred.
+ Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credentialed from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) preferred.
Education:
+ High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required.
Work Experience:
+ 1 year of experience required.
Additional Preferences
+ CPC Certified
+ HCC/RAF knowledge
+ Anesthesia Coding background
Why Join Our Team
Ascension Saint Agnes in Baltimore, Maryland operates a full-service, 254-bed teaching hospital, the Ascension Saint Agnes Medical Group, Ascension Saint Agnes Imaging Center and Ascension Saint Agnes Foundation. As an associate, you will be a part of a team that is committed to providing a place of respect and inclusion for all associates, as well as a rich learning environment with countless opportunities for career growth and professional development.
Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.
Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp_10_20.pdf) poster.
As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.
Pay Non-Discrimination Notice (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf)
Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.
This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.
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