Coding Educator (Remote)
Core
Monitor and validate hospital soft coded/abstracted information for specific patient types and provide education/training to coding staff on documentation, coding, and regulatory compliance.
Role type
Coding Educator (Healthcare)
Builds
Coding education programs, audit reports, and compliance strategies for acute care hospitals.
Domain
Healthcare / Medical Coding / Clinical Documentation Improvement
Required skills
Auditing, Medical Coding (ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, HCPCS), DRG/APC analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Data Trend Analysis, Training Program Development, Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Physiology
Preferred skills
ICD-10 approved trainer, CDIP, CCDS, Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) leadership experience
Technologies
ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, HCPCS Level II, DRG, APC
Responsibilities
Plan and conduct audits on documentation, coding, and billing; Develop and deliver training programs to address audit deficiencies; Validate code systems and ensure compliance with DRG/APC structure; Analyze data trends from internal and external audits; Create and execute education plans; Review and interpret medical information to classify into appropriate payor groups; Mentor new staff and assist with coding system testing and upgrades.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
