Physician Coding Liaison II - New Clinician Onboarding Specialist

Advocate Health; Allenton (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Physician Coding Liaison II to facilitate clinician onboarding. This role involves providing essential coding education and support to medical professionals, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with coding standards. You will collaborate with clinical teams, conduct training sessions, and create informative resources to enhance coding practices. If you have a passion for healthcare and a knack for education, this opportunity allows you to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment while advancing your career in medical coding.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Coding Specialist program beyond high school.
• Typically 5 years of expert-level coding experience and at least 3 years of training clinicians.

Responsibilities

• Provide coding/documentation education and feedback to Physicians/APCs.
• Conduct orientations on coding and documentation education.
• Monitor charge sessions for proper billing.

Skills

Medical Coding

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organization Skills

Critical Thinking

Attention to Detail

EHR Systems

Education

Medical Coding Specialist Program

Tools

Epic

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Responsibilities

1. Provide service line/specialty specific coding/documentation education and feedback related to coding changes (CPT including E&M, modifiers, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS), annual code updates, payer requirements, and payer rejection resolution to assigned Physicians/APCs. Partner with CMOs to standardize coding processes across a specific specialty. Share and/or present coding/documentation education presentations to CMOs, Physicians/APCs, Senior Director Administrators. Coordinate with PSA Liaisons to support clinical teams.
2. Conduct orientations for Physicians/APCs, residents/students, and clinical team members on coding and documentation education. Review new clinician documentation for coding accuracy and provide feedback.
3. Coordinate responses to questions and feedback from Physicians/APCs, Locum Tenens, residents/students, and various organizational partners.
4. Assist in resolving coding and documentation questions by querying clinicians and relaying coding changes and feedback.
5. Monitor charge sessions requiring additional information and ensure timely completion for proper billing.
6. Participate in and provide coding and documentation information at meetings, including virtual and in-person sessions.
7. Collaborate on reviewing and guiding Epic order entry, diagnosis, and charge capture preferences.
8. Create monthly newsletters to educate and update on coding resources and services.
9. Identify trends and opportunities to improve documentation and capture revenue. Attend relevant conferences to stay updated on coding standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification

• AHIMA certifications (CCA, CCS-P, RHIA, RHIT) or AAPC certifications (CPC, SCP). A Specialty Medical Coding Certification from AAPC must be obtained within 1 year.

Education

Completion of an accredited Medical Coding Specialist program beyond high school.

Experience

Typically 5 years of expert-level coding experience and at least 3 years of training clinicians.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Certified in supported specialties.
• Excellent communication, adult education, and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced computer skills, including EHR and coding systems.
• Strong organization, problem-solving, and facilitation skills.
• Critical thinking, attention to detail, and independent judgment.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Physical and Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with travel required.

This description provides an overview of the role and may include additional duties as needed.