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LifePoint Health Physician Compliance Auditor in Marquette, Michigan
UP Health System - Marquette
/Physician Compliance Auditor, Central Billing Office, 1.0DV/
Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. UPHS – Marquette is a 222 bed hospital and houses the region’s only Level II Trauma Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We also provide outreach with programs like annual health and safety fairs, health screenings for the entire family and more to keep our community healthy!
Where We Are: In Marquette our fascinating history, rural landscape, abundant recreational opportunities, and welcoming people make the Upper Peninsula someplace special. From a thriving culinary scene to charming shops to historic lighthouses and museums, there is something for everyone in this beautiful lakeside gem.
Why Choose Us: Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare And much more…
Position Summary:
Monitors, consults, educates, audits and performs trend coding decision making.
Reports to: Director
FLSA: Exempt
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Responsible for reviewing and maintaining pertinent regulations and policies, ensuring all data elements are accurate and comply with all payor requirements. Drag Edit Delete
Provide Onboarding education to all new providers. Drag Edit Delete
Provides education regarding documentation requirements to improve coding quality and ensure accurate and complete capture of maximum revenue. Drag Edit Delete
Work closely with the RCS (Regional Coding Specialist) program (HSC) Drag Edit Delete
System Administrator for Systems Intergy and Ingenious Med Drag Edit Delete
Reviews and interprets various regulatory billing and coding updates, to remain compliant and accurate and to minimize noncompliance. Drag Edit Delete
Ensure accuracy of the EHRs and any new systems as they are implemented Drag Edit Delete
Work closely with Finance, Medical Records, and other revenue producing areas or departments to assure accuracy and compliance to acceptable billing/coding guidelines and regulations
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Education High school diploma or equivalent *Years of relevant experience may be substituted for required education. Drag Edit Delete
Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Drag Edit Delete
Required Skills Must have thorough understanding of ICD-10 Official Coding Guidelines for Coding and Reporting; HCPCS/CPT coding systems and CPT Assistant and Coding Clinic for HCPCS guidelines. Drag Edit Delete
Required Skills Certifications: (one of the following) Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Certified Evaluation and Management Coder (CEMC) Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) Drag Edit Delete
Minimum Work Experience 5 years related experience
EEOC Statement: UP Health System – Marquette is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Job: *Health Information Management/Coding
Organization: *UP Health System - Marquette Physician Practices
Title: Physician Compliance Auditor
Location: Michigan-Marquette
Requisition ID: 7467-9178