[Hiring] Coding Quality Audit Inpatient Coordinator @BJC HealthCare

Role Description

BJC is hiring for a Coding Quality Audit Inpatient Coordinator. We are looking for 2-5 years of Inpatient Coding in a hospital environment. Must have one of the following certifications: RHIT, RHIA, or CCS. Remote position.

• Responsible for second level coding audits and real-time education supporting ongoing quality assurance activities for the Coding Department.
• Quality audits assess compliance with federal and state regulatory coding guidelines.
• Focus on appropriate assignment of all diagnoses, procedures, and DRGs to ensure accurate coding for reimbursement and clinical services.
• Analyze audit findings to identify risk areas and develop educational materials.
• Educational materials may include individualized coder development plans, regulatory updates, or for-cause education.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2-5 years of experience
• Licenses & Certifications: Registered Health Info Admin, RHIT, CCS
• Preferred: Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree
• Preferred Experience: 5-10 years

Requirements

• Serves as subject matter and decision support experts for Enterprise Coding.
• Completes timely and accurate quality assurance coding audits in accordance with IPPS using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10 PCS Coding Classification Systems.
• Develops and delivers focused coding education, training plans, and tools to address areas at risk.
• Builds and maintains collaborative relationships intradepartmentally as well as with CDI, Quality, Compliance, Revenue Management, providers, and other departments.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date.
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC.
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution.
• 401(k) plan with BJC match.
• Tuition Assistance available on first day.
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development.
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time.
• Adoption assistance.