Coding Compliance and Education Specialist

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center; Crosby Township (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health savings accounts

Life insurance

401(k) employer contributions

Paid time off

401(k) and 457(b) plans

Educational assistance and reimburse-

Employee assistance program

Work-life balance support

Gym membership

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

CRMC, located on the Main Campus in Crosby, MN, seeks a Coding Compliance and Education Specialist to strengthen coding accuracy and documentation quality. You will analyze revenue cycle data, identify discrepancies, and educate providers and staff to improve billing practices.

The HIM department ensures accurate medical records, secure access, and regulatory compliance, supporting system updates and training. CRMC offers growth and a comprehensive benefits package in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Willing to obtain CDIP, CPMA, CEMC, or CPC-I within 12 months of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management or related field; RHIA or RHIT certification preferred.
• ICD-10 training certification.
• Extent training and/or experience

Responsibilities

• Analyze changes in revenue cycle data and identify discrepancies.
• Provide targeted education to improve documentation to healthcare providers and staff.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to improve billing accuracy and regulatory adherence.
• Conduct regular audits to monitor compliance and refine materials.
• Support system updates and training materials for new standards.

Skills

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Knowledge of medical coding

Strong communication skills

Leadership qualities

Adaptability

Medical coding proficiency

Effective communicator

Leadership ability

Adaptable to change

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management or related field

ICD-10 training certification

RHIA or RHIT certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Main Campus - Crosby, MN 56441, Position Type: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 80 hours/pay period), Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 Salary, Job Shift: 8-hour Day Shift, Job Category: No weekends, Enhance revenue cycle efficiency through expert data analysis and educational leadership.

Join Our Team at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center

At Cuyuna Regional Medical Center (CRMC), we're more than just a healthcare organization - we're a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact. For more than 60 years, we've been providing compassionate, high-quality care in the Greater Brainerd Lakes Area and beyond. Our team is driven by a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and putting people first - both our patients and our employees. Whether you're on the front lines of patient care or supporting operations behind the scenes, you'll find a culture of collaboration, growth, and respect. If you're looking for a career where your work truly matters, we invite you to join us at CRMC and be part of something bigger.

A Day in the Life of a Coding Compliance and Education Specialist

The Coding Compliance and Education Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of coding and medical documentation within a healthcare setting. This position involves analyzing changes in revenue cycle data, identifying discrepancies, and providing targeted education to improve documentation practices among providers and clinical staff. Collaboration with various healthcare professionals is essential to develop and implement strategies that enhance billing accuracy and adherence to regulations. Regular audits are conducted to monitor compliance, and findings are used to refine training materials and processes. Additionally, this role supports system updates and modifications, ensuring all team members are informed and capable of adapting to new standards.

About the Health Information Management Department

Managing Health Information with Excellence

In the Health Information Management (HIM) Department at CRMC, we ensure that medical records are accurate, secure, and accessible to the payors, providers and patients who rely on them. Our team specializes in coding, data integrity, transcription, release of information, and referral coordination, playing a vital role in supporting clinical decision-making, billing accuracy, and compliance with healthcare regulations. We work behind the scenes to ensure that every diagnosis, procedure, and treatment plan is documented correctly, making healthcare safer and more efficient for everyone. Our efforts ensure that providers have the information they need to deliver high-quality care and that patients can trust the accuracy of their medical records. Whether managing electronic health records, processing referrals, sending requested records, coding or ensuring regulatory compliance, we take pride in the behind-the-scenes work that keeps healthcare running smoothly.

Ideal Candidate (What will make you a great fit!)

• Critical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of medical coding
• Strong communication skills
• Leadership qualities
• Adaptability
• Medical coding proficiency
• Effective communicator
• Leadership ability
• Adaptable to change

Qualifications: Education and Experience

Required

• Willing to obtain CDIP, CPMA, CEMC, or CPC-I within 12 months of hire

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management or related field, extensive training and/or experience will be considered.
• ICD-10 training certification
• Extensive training and/or experience
• RHIA or RHIT certification

Compensation and Benefits

The pay range listed above is the estimated starting pay range for this role. Actual pay rate offered depends on many factors including each individual employee's experience level, preferred education/certifications, along with market conditions.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of our employees.

• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• health savings accounts
• life insurance
• employer contributions to a 401(k) retirement plan

• paid time off
• participation in 401(k) and 457(b) plans
• educational assistance and reimbursement
• employee assistance program
• work-life balance support
• gym membership and other discounts
• employee recognition programs

A full job description is provided when an interview is scheduled. If needed, you may request a copy earlier by emailing us at [e-mail]. CRMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/Disability/Veteran). If you need an accommodation during the application process, please call 218-546-4415 or email [e-mail] for assistance.