Coding Quality Auditor

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; West Grove (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking a Coding Quality Auditor responsible for monitoring compliance with clinical documentation for coding and billing regulations. The ideal candidate should possess extensive inpatient coding experience and hold a Certified Coding Specialist license.

This role is crucial in ensuring appropriate reimbursement and supporting public reporting initiatives within the healthcare system. A culture of collaboration and competitive benefits await you.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of coding experience or an Associate's degree.
• Minimum 5 years of inpatient coding experience.
• Experience in quality improvement audit.

Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with clinical documentation for coding.
• Support coding and billing regulations.
• Assist in public reporting initiatives.

Skills

Inpatient coding experience

ICD-10 and DRG methodologies

Quality improvement audit

Communication skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent coding experience

Certified Coding Specialist

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Coding Quality Auditor is responsible for monitoring compliance with applicable clinical documentation to support coding and billing regulations to insure appropriate reimbursement and to support public reporting and various initiatives as directed by Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) Network.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Associate's degree or higher or equivalent years of coding experience (2-4 years).
• Minimum of 5 years of inpatient coding experience in a complex healthcare environment.
• Minimum 2 years of quality improvement audit.
• Experience and thorough knowledge of ICD-10 and DRG methodologies.
• Knowledge of data reporting requirements and proficiency in computer skills.
• Extensive knowledge in data collection and clinical coding reviews.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office and Google Suite platforms.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Certified Coding Specialist.

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!