Coding Educator - Physician

Fayette Chamber of Commerce; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fayette Chamber of Commerce seeks a Coding Education Specialist in Atlanta, Georgia. The role involves developing educational programs for physicians on coding and documentation and ensuring compliance with clinical billing standards.

Key qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, a coding certificate, and over five years of physician coding experience. Candidates will work on training development and data quality reviews to support the organization's healthcare compliance efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of Physician Coding/HIM experience required.
• Proven capability in training medical personnel on coding practices.
• Strong understanding of compliance standards in coding.

Responsibilities

• Assess educational needs of physicians regarding coding.
• Develop and direct coding and billing training programs.
• Conduct coding and data quality reviews, prepare reports.

Skills

Physician Coding Expertise

Training Development

Data Analysis

Compliance Knowledge

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Coding Certificate program (AAPC accredited)

Job description

Overview

At Piedmont Healthcare, you’ll love a shared purpose, be motivated to be your best, and be recognized for your contributions. Piedmont Healthcare leaders are in your corner and invested in your success. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards will meet your needs for today and help you plan for the future.

Responsibilities

Assess the educational needs of physicians regarding coding and documentation and direct development of effective regularly scheduled educational programs that meet physician needs and serve as the primary resource to physicians for documentation and coding issues. Responsible for conducting coding and billing training programs for billing and coding specialists and physicians. Creates presentations, develops learning material, handbook and other training materials. Conducts coding and data quality reviews and prepares complex reports as required. Ensures all CBO coding activities comply with clinical billing standards and government regulation with concentration on hospital inpatient procedures and specialty physician services.

Qualifications

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
• Coding Certificate program (AAPC accredited) Preferred

Work Experience

• 5 years of Physician Coding/HIM experience Required
• Experience in specific coding across multiple specialties Required

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Required or
• Certified Professional Coder - Hospital (CPC-H) Required or
• RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator Required or
• RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician Required or
• CCS-Certified Coding Specialist Required or
• CCA - Certified Coding Associate Required or
• Certified Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS-P) Required