Hospital Coding Educator Inpatient - REMOTE

Atrium Health; Allenton (WI); Remote; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Coding Educator responsible for delivering and coordinating coder education programs. The role involves developing educational materials, tracking coding results, and ensuring updated compliance with coding standards. Candidates should have significant experience in hospital coding and appropriate credentials.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Competitive pay

Retirement plans

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Coding Specialist (CCS), RHIA, or RHIT credential required.
• Typically 5 years of hospital coding experience in a large healthcare system.

Responsibilities

• Deliver education sessions and coordinate training for new staff.
• Maintain educational tools/resources and research updates in coding guidelines.
• Participate in clinical documentation improvement processes.

Skills

Leadership skills

Expertise in ICD-10-CM/PCS

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's Degree in Health Information Management

Job description

Department: 10393 Enterprise Revenue Cycle - Coding & HIM Support Facility/HIM

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: First Shift. This is a REMOTE Opportunity. Inpatient experience desired.

Major Responsibilities:

1. Deliver education sessions within the coder education program, including onboarding and ongoing training. Coordinate training and orientation of new staff, lead sessions, and present high-level education on coding guidelines via PowerPoint and webinars.
2. Work with Coding Training and Education Manager and Coding Production leadership to identify promotional and cross-training opportunities based on coder skill and performance.
3. Assess coder comprehension, track and report education results, and develop follow-up educational plans. Collaborate with leadership to ensure focused education for coders.
4. Develop and maintain educational tools/resources, including curricula, handbooks, presentations, and web-based programs.
5. Research and communicate updates in coding guidelines (ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, HCPCS). Maintain knowledge of classifications and coding of diagnoses and procedures.
6. Assist in updating the Advocate Aurora SharePoint website with current coding guidance and identify external continuing education opportunities.
7. Participate in clinical documentation improvement (CDI) and DRG alignment processes, recommending educational topics based on chart reviews.
8. Stay updated on AHRQ core measures, severity, and risk of mortality indicators affecting benchmarking and reimbursement.
9. Attend and participate in coding quality team meetings and perform other duties as assigned.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Coding Specialist (CCS), RHIA, or RHIT credential from AHIMA.

Education Required:

• Associate's Degree in Health Information Management or related field.

Experience Required:

• Typically 5 years of hospital coding experience in a large healthcare system, including coding, denial review, and/or education functions.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Leadership skills and knowledge of NCCI edits and coverage decisions.
• Expertise in ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, G-codes, HCPCS, MS-DRGs, and workflow optimization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and pharmacology.
• Excellent communication, analytical skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and remotely, with a strong ethical sense.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Normal office environment, ability to sit for extended periods, and maintain concentration.
• Travel may be required.

This job description provides a general overview and may include additional duties as needed.

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Pay Range:

$29.60 - $44.40

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers comprehensive benefits including competitive pay, retirement plans, career development, and more.

About Advocate Health:

Advocate Health is a major nonprofit health system with a broad network and extensive research and clinical programs, employing over 155,000 teammates.