Hybrid Healthcare Coder: Compliance & Audits

Essential Functions for This Position Ensures that codes are assigned correctly and sequenced appropriately as per government and insurance regulations. Complies with all medical coding guidelines. Follows up and clarifies any information that is not clear with the rendering provider. Conducts ad‑hoc audits to ensure fidelity to coding guidelines. Serves as an expert for Southwest Network on accurate and efficient coding practices. Analyzes medical records and identifies documentation deficiencies. Nonessential Functions Follows policies and procedures and adheres to the requirements of the Corporate Compliance Program. Ensures confidentiality of verbal and written information in accordance with HIPAA standards and Southwest Network policy, and adheres to the legal, ethical, and professional guidelines adopted by Southwest Network. Other duties as assigned. Working Conditions and Driving Travel between Southwest Network sites as well as in the community is required. Must have a registered and reliable vehicle that meets Arizona state law standards and meets the insurance standards of Southwest Network. This is a hybrid position. Work is performed in the community as well as an office setting; must be able to move about; occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time and position self to reach items under or above desks, in storage, or in areas not easily accessible; some lifting also required. Evening or weekend hours required on an as‑needed basis. Qualifications Skills Behaviors Motivations Education Experience Licenses & Certifications Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southwest Network Company Brand