Audit and Billing Compliance Specialist

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Closing Date: 08/13/2026 Type of Position: Professional Staff - Fiscal Affairs Job Type: Regular Work Shift:

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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

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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 b

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