Medical Coding Specialist

Altea Healthcare; Lawrenceville (GA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Altea Healthcare is seeking a Medical Coding/Education Specialist to enhance coding accuracy and compliance across post-acute care facilities. You will review records, assign ICD-10/CPT/HCPCS codes, and create educational materials to support providers and staff.

The role collaborates with IT and revenue cycle teams to streamline EMR workflows, reduce denials, and improve reimbursement. Remote work is supported, with a preference for candidates in Texas.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of medical coding experience in post-acute care.
• CCS or CPC certification required.
• Proficiency with ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular coding audits to ensure compliance with guidelines and policies.
• Develop and deliver educational materials and training on coding updates and documentation requirements.
• Collaborate with providers and operations to clarify documentation and coding issues.
• Work with the technology team to optimize EMR processes and reduce coding denials.
• Stay informed about changes in healthcare regulations and reimbursement practices for post-acute care.
• Review medical records to assign precise ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
• Conduct audits to identify errors and improvement areas.
• Develop training for providers on proper documentation and coding.
• Educate providers on best practices for compliant documentation and reimbursement.
• Train new providers and refresh existing staff as needed.
• Coordinate onboarding-driven training to ensure proper coding at start.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

CCS certification

CPC certification

Tools

EMR systems

Coding software

Job description

Title: Medical Coding/ Education Specialist

Location: Remote, preferably in Texas

Compensation: $65,000 - $75,000 per year

Must have Post Acute Care Experience

We are seeking an accomplished Medical Coding and Education Specialist to join our healthcare team, focusing on enhancing coding accuracy and compliance within our post-acute care facilities. This role involves reviewing medical records, assessing for accurate provider cpt and ICD-10 codes, and developing educational materials. Additionally, the specialist will collaborate closely with our technology and revenue cycle teams to optimize EMR processes, streamline documentation, and reduce coding denials.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular coding audits and reviews to ensure compliance with coding guidelines, regulatory requirements, and reimbursement policies.
• Develop and deliver educational materials, training modules, and resources on coding guidelines, regulatory updates, and documentation requirements specific to post-acute care settings.
• Collaborate with providers and operations personnel to clarify documentation and coding issues, providing ongoing feedback and support for improvement.
• Work closely with the technology team to optimize EMR processes, enhance documentation workflows, and implement improvements aimed at reducing coding denials and improving reimbursement rates where necessary.
• Stay informed about changes in healthcare regulations, coding guidelines, and reimbursement practices relevant to post-acute care settings.
• Review medical records from providers in post-acute care facilities to assign precise medical codes using ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.
• Ability to conduct coding audits and reviews to identify errors and areas for improvement.
• Proven ability to develop educational materials and deliver effective training to medical providers.
• Educate providers on best practice for accurate, complaint, documentation to support proper coding and reimbursement.
• Conduct training for new providers when necessary, and ongoing refresher training for existing staff when needed.
• Ensure proper and effective training is taking place for documentation and coding for new providers, working in collaboration with the onboarding team.

Requirements:

• Must have a minimum of five years’ experience and hold a Medical Coding Certification
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Provider medical group coding in post-acute care settings such as skilled nursing facilities.
• Proficiency in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems and guidelines, with a strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and disease processes.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse healthcare professionals.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and coding software used in post-acute care settings.