Physician Coding Liaison II - Urgent Care -REMOTE

Advocate Aurora Health; United States; Remote; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit health system is seeking a Coding & HIM Clinician Support professional. This remote role involves providing coding education, monitoring documentation for billing, and collaborating on coding updates. Ideal candidates will have significant coding experience and relevant certifications. Advocate Health offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Typically 5 years of expert-level coding experience.
• At least 3 years in clinician education/training.

Responsibilities

• Provides coding education and feedback to clinicians.
• Monitors charge sessions in Epic work queues.
• Identifies opportunities for revenue capture.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Organization

Critical Thinking

Education

Medical Coding Specialist program

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Department:

10395 Enterprise Revenue Cycle - Coding & HIM Clinician Support
Status: Full time
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Hours Per Week: 40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:

First Shift

This is a REMOTE opportunity

Major Responsibilities:

• Provides coding and documentation education and feedback related to coding changes (CPT, E&M, modifiers, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS), updates, payer requirements, and rejection resolution to Physicians/APCs. Partners with CMOs to standardize coding processes, shares education presentations, and coordinates support with PSA Liaisons.
• Conducts orientations and reviews for all clinicians and clinical team members on coding and documentation, providing feedback as needed.
• Responds to questions from Physicians/APCs, residents, and staff, and relays coding updates and education.
• Queries clinicians on coding and documentation issues, ensuring proper billing documentation.
• Monitors charge sessions in Epic work queues, ensuring timely documentation for billing.
• Participates in meetings providing coding and documentation education, virtually or in-person.
• Collaborates on Epic order entry and diagnosis guidance, and develops monthly newsletters on coding updates.
• Identifies opportunities for revenue capture through documentation improvements and attends relevant conferences to stay updated.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• AHIMA certifications (CCA, CCS-P, RHIA, RHIT) or AAPC certifications (CPC, SCP), with a requirement to obtain Specialty Medical Coding Certification within 1 year.

Education Required:

• Advanced training beyond High School in Medical Coding Specialist program.

Experience Required:

• Typically 5 years of expert-level coding experience and at least 3 years in clinician education/training.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Specialty Medical Coding Certification relevant to supported areas.
• Excellent communication, adult education, and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced computer skills, including EHR systems.
• Strong organization, problem-solving, and facilitation skills.
• Critical thinking, attention to detail, independence, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in various environments (virtual, office, clinical).

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Normal office environment, with travel as needed, operating necessary equipment.

This description covers general duties and may include other related responsibilities.

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Pay Range $28.05 - $42.10
Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers comprehensive benefits including competitive pay, incentives, paid time off, health benefits, retirement plans, educational assistance, and more.

About Advocate Health:

Advocate Health is a leading nonprofit health system, providing care across multiple states, with a focus on innovation, outcomes, and community benefits, employing over 155,000 teammates.