Remote Senior Medical Coding Auditor & Trainer – Revenue‑Cycle Compliance Specialist – Immediate Start – Mercy Health (Chesterfield, MO)
```html About Mercy Health – A Healing Ministry in Action At Mercy Health, we are more than a healthcare organization; we are a community of compassionate caregivers, innovators, and leaders dedicated to improving the health and well‑being of every person we serve. Recognized by Modern Healthcare Magazine as one of the “Top 100 Places to Work,” Mercy blends cutting‑edge medicine with a heart‑centered mission. Our purpose is simple yet profound: to bring to life a healing ministry through compassionate care and exceptional service. Whether you’re part of a bustling urban hospital or a remote, virtual team, you will feel the impact of your work every day. Our culture celebrates diversity, encourages collaboration, and empowers each employee to grow personally and professionally. We invest heavily in technology, education, and continuous improvement because we know that a thriving workforce translates directly into better patient outcomes. As we expand our reach, especially through remote opportunities, we are seeking seasoned professionals who share our values of integrity, empathy, and excellence. Why This Role Matters – The Strategic Impact of the Senior Medical Coding Auditor & Trainer The healthcare revenue cycle is the lifeblood of any health system, ensuring that the compassionate services we provide are financially sustainable. As a Remote Senior Medical Coding Auditor & Trainer , you will be the guardian of coding accuracy, compliance, and education across Mercy’s network of facilities. Your expertise will directly influence reimbursement integrity, minimize compliance risk, and support physicians and coders in delivering transparent, high‑quality documentation. This role sits at the intersection of clinical documentation, regulatory compliance, and education. You’ll partner with multidisciplinary teams, analyze complex data, and translate findings into actionable insights that drive strategic decision‑making. In short, you’ll be the catalyst that helps Mercy maintain its reputation for clinical excellence while safeguarding financial health. Key Responsibilities – What You’ll Do Day‑to‑Day Comprehensive Coding Audits: Conduct detailed, risk‑based audits of inpatient, outpatient, and professional service records to verify the accuracy of ICD‑10‑CM, ICD‑10‑PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding. Revenue‑Cycle Analysis: Review quarterly RVU reports, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions that optimize reimbursement and reduce denials. Compliance Oversight: Ensure all coding practices align with Federal Sentencing Guidelines, OIG regulations, and state-specific billing statutes. Education & Training: Design and deliver engaging virtual training modules for physicians, coders, and support staff on proper coding documentation, compliance updates, and audit findings. Report Generation & Presentation: Produce clear, data‑driven audit reports and present findings to leadership, physician groups, and compliance committees. Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Teams: Partner with clinical documentation improvement (CDI) specialists, finance analysts, and quality improvement teams to close documentation gaps. Policy Development: Contribute to the creation and revision of coding guidelines, internal policies, and standard operating procedures. Continuous Learning: Stay current with CMS updates, payer policy changes, and emerging coding technologies, sharing insights with the broader organization. Project Management: Lead special compliance projects such as OIG investigations, DOJ audit responses, and physician incentive program reviews. Essential Qualifications – What You Must Bring Five (5)+ years of hands‑on coding experience in an acute‑care or professional services environment, with proven expertise in ICD‑10‑CM, ICD‑10‑PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job