Audit and Billing Compliance Specialist

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Closing Date:

07/24/2026

Type of Position:

Professional Staff - Fiscal Affairs

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

FIN | Compliance Hospital & Professional Coding Auditing

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Audit & Billing Compliance Specialist works under the general direction of the Clinical Billing Compliance Director and reviews medical records and billing system programs to determine coding and billing accuracy and to ensure that all federal and state guidelines for coding and billing are followed. Conducts inpatient and outpatient coding and billing audit functions according to the audit plan schedule with the focus on hospital billing according to the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Systems (CMS) laws and regulations. Provides education and training to coding staff as well as ancillary department staff.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate degree plus 3 years’ experience in inpatient and outpatient coding/auditing functions OR
• High School diploma plus 7 years’ experience in inpatient and outpatient coding/auditing functions.

• Must have one of the following CURRENT coding certifications: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).
• Must have demonstrated ability to present information verbally and have strong written communication skills with attention to detail.
• Must have the ability to make reasonable decisions based upon the information gathered, interpret regulatory information and deliver learned information to physicians. and explain the financial impact to the hospital.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prefer degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or related field

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

FACILITIES CODING AUDITS

• Conducts inpatient and outpatient coding & billing audit/monitoring functions according to the audit plan schedule, with focus on hospital billing according to the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Systems (CMS) laws and regulations.
• Audits departmental systems and processes to ensure that they comply with state and federal laws and regulations.
• Provides audit results to the affected areas and educates staff regarding errors. Prepares detailed audit reports for the Clinical Billing Compliance Director and Associate Vice Chancellor review as well as dissemination to Hospital Administration, Revenue Cycle and Department Managers as appropriate. This position works very independently and must have good decision-making skills.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

• Develops and presents educational in-service programs on new regulatory issues for all inpatient and outpatient coders. 

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL PROFICENCIES

• Keeps abreast of current trends, problems and activities relating to coding.
• Proficient and keeps current with all COM/UAMS coding and billing policies and procedures and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Serves as a resource to assigned departments on current regulations, coding issues, charge and billing issues, facility charging and billing as well as regulatory concerns.
• Disseminates regulatory and compliance information to Ancillary departments and Clinic areas as necessary.

PERFORM EXTERNAL AGENCY and SPECIAL AUDITS

• Performs specific audits outside the audit plan schedule as needed (to include, but not limited to, Office of Inspector General (OIG) audits,  Medicare Administrative Contractor (MAC) audits, Recovery Audit Contractor (RAC) audits, Medicaid Integrity Contractor (MIC) audits, etc.).
• Reviews RAC audits for any Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG) issues as needed.
• Writes RAC appeal letters for DRG changes.
• Communicates with regulatory agencies (Medicaid, Novitas Solutions, etc.) as necessary for clarification of regulations or for assistance with audit issues or coding issues as needed.

DIVISION SUPPORT/COMMITMENT TO INSTITUTIONAL COMPLIANCE

• Participates in special projects as assigned by the Senior Director of Clinical Billing Compliance and/or the Associate Vice Chancellor for Institutional Compliance/Chief Compliance Officer and other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position requires at least one of the following coding certifications in CURRENT status: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

No Background Check Required

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting

Frequent Physical Activity:

Hearing, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Reaching, Standing, Walking

Benefits Eligible:

Yes