Minimum Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (nursing, HIM, healthcare administration, etc.) plus 6 years relevant auditing experience OR 10 years relevant auditing experience.
Licensure:
Experience:
6 years relevant auditing experience
Certification/Registration:
Must have one or more of the following CURRENT certifications:
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS),
• Certified Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS-P),
• Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC),
• Certified Outpatient Coder (COC),
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC),
• Certified Risk Coder (CRC),
• Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC),
• Certified Documentation Improvement Practitioner (CDIP),
• Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA),
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA),
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).
Other Skills and Knowledge:
• Advanced understanding and ability to interpret medical records, UB and/or 1500 claim forms, remittance advice, and/or the charge description master (CDM).
• Experienced working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.
• Extensive knowledge of the False Claims Act.
• Working knowledge of EMTALA.
• In-depth knowledge in one or more of the following payment methodologies: IPF, IRF, CAH, RHC, Home Health/Hospice, Infusion/Injection coding, IPPS, OPPS, MPFS, interventional radiology coding and/or Risk Adjustment.
• Advanced knowledge and experience with rules and regulations pertaining to federally funded programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) along with knowledge of documentation requirements for coding and billing.
• Strong ability to engage/interact with leadership, writing and analysis skills, and autonomous/self-starter.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Masters or advanced degree in a related field (nursing, HIM, healthcare administration, etc.)
Licensure:
Experience:
Experience in audit education and public speaking is strongly preferred.
Certification/Registration:
Other Skills and Knowledge:
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
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