Coding Auditor - Quality Assurance

Required:

• A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent amount of education and experience is required.
• CPC, CCS, COC, RHIT, or RHIA certification is required.
• 3 years of relevant health care coding/billing experience. 
• Knowledge of insurance regulations and Medicare and Medicaid guidelines related to clinical documentation and clinical indicators.
• Strong problem-solving and research skills. 
• Ability to interpret CMS regulations and guidance.
• Demonstrated ability to provide coding advice to all areas of coding staff, other departments throughout UI Health Care, and other entities as requested.
• Ability to analyze complex clinical scenarios and apply critical thinking. 
• Ability to plan and organize education programs, teach effectively, and write education guides and handouts. 
• Experience with EPIC or other electronic medical records systems.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Desired:

• Experience performing coding audits.
• Knowledge of UI Health Care policies and procedures.
• Proficiency with MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, including database and spreadsheet analysis.

Application Process: To be considered, applicants must upload a cover letter and resume (under the submission of relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.

 Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions, contact Sharon Walther at sharon-walther@uiowa.edu.

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.