Medical Coding Specialist

Altea Healthcare; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

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

You will collaborate with technology and revenue cycle teams to optimize EMR processes, reduce denials, and provide training to providers and onboarding staff. Remote role, preferably in Texas, with annual compensation of $65,000 to $75,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience in medical coding with a valid coding certification.
• CCS or CPC certification required.
• At least 3 years 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.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular coding audits to ensure compliance with coding guidelines and reimbursement policies.
• Develop and deliver educational materials and training on coding guidelines and post-acute documentation requirements.
• Collaborate with providers and operations to clarify documentation and coding issues.
• Partner with the technology team to optimize EMR processes and reduce coding denials.
• Stay updated on healthcare regulations and coding guideline changes relevant to post-acute care.
• Review medical records to assign precise codes using ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS.
• Educate providers on best practices for accurate documentation to support proper coding and reimbursement.
• Provide onboarding and refresher training for new staff.

Education

Medical Coding Certification

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Tools

EHR systems

ICD-10-CM CPT HCPCS

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.