Job Description

Coding Compliance Analyst (Hybrid) - (260008CU)

Description

A Brief OverviewThe Coding Compliance Analyst performs complex professional and /or facility coding and documentation audits based on assigned specialties and/or locations of the Health System in accordance with government and commercial payer guidelines to assess and monitor the accuracy of billing and coding as determined by data analysis of national benchmarking.What You Will DoPerform reviews of internal data reports to identify areas of coding and documentation risk that need to be audited and reviewed to ensure the organization aligns with governmental billing, coding, and documentation standards.Plans and conducts routine and moderately complex compliance audit reviews including chart audits to evaluate the accuracy of medical codes assigned to patient services documented in a medical record and identify appropriate remedial or corrective actions.Performs auditing and monitoring of assigned coding and documentation related materials to ensure materials comply with governmental with applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations.Researches and develops compliance tools and resources for internal use and publication by employees or team membersServe as a team member and assist on UH initiatives, as needed.Partners with employees, providers, medical staff, and management to review the audit results and identify corrective or remedial actions to address any audit findings.Participates in the annual risk assessment process in order to identify risks and potential audits for inclusion in the annual work plan.Drafts remedial or corrective action plans and verifies that identified risks have been mitigated.Works with department leadership to identify and implement improvements to Compliance & Ethics Department processes and leads assigned process improvement projects.Prepares clear, concise, and accurate documentation and records in a timely manner and according to departmental guidelines.Prepares written findings and recommendations in a logical, clear, and concise manner.Creates and delivers coding and documentation to prevent, mitigate, and remediate risk.Additional ResponsibilitiesPerforms other duties as assigned.Complies with all policies and standards.For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Qualifications

EducationAssociate's Degree (Required)Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)Work Experience5+ years related experience in physician coding and/or auditing (Required) 1+ years related experience in provider education (Required)Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesDetail-oriented and organized, with good analytical and problem solving ability. (Required proficiency)Notable client service, communication, presentation and relationship building skills. (Required proficiency)Ability to function independently and as a team player in a fast-paced environment. (Required proficiency)Strong written and verbal communication skills. (Required proficiency)Demonstrated ability to use PCs, Microsoft Office 365, and general office equipment (i.e. printers, copy machine, FAX machine, etc.). (Required proficiency)Licenses and CertificationsCertified Professional Coder (CPC) (Required) orCertified Professional Coder (CPC) CPC-H (Required) orCertified Coding Specialist (CCS) CCS-P (Required) andRegistered Health Information Administration (RHIA) (Required) orRegistered Health Information Technologist (RHIT) (Required)CEMC - Certified Professional Coder in Evaluation and Management Coding (Required within 6 Months)Physical DemandsStanding OccasionallyWalking OccasionallySitting ConstantlyLifting Rarely 20 lbsCarrying Rarely 20 lbsPushing Rarely 20 lbsPulling Rarely 20 lbsClimbing Rarely 20 lbsBalancing RarelyStooping RarelyKneeling RarelyCrouching RarelyCrawling RarelyReaching RarelyHandling OccasionallyGrasping OccasionallyFeeling RarelyTalking ConstantlyHearing ConstantlyRepetitive Motions FrequentlyEye/Hand/Foot Coordination FrequentlyTravel Requirements10%

Primary Location

: United States-Ohio-Shaker_Heights

Work Locations

3605 Warrensville Center Road

3605 Warrensville Center Road

Shaker Heights 44122

Job

: Compliance

Organization

: UHHS_Compliance

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular - ShiftDays

Job Type

: Standard

Job Level

: Professional

Travel

: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Remote Work: Hybrid

Job Posting

: Sep 28, 2026, 8:31:56 PM