Remote Coding Education Leader | Compliance & Training

Southcoast Health System, Inc.; Fairhaven (MA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Southcoast Health System, Inc. is seeking a talented Coding Educator to join our team. This remote day-shift position focuses on auditing medical records, developing educational programs, and onboarding providers while adhering to high standards and strict quality controls.

Minimum 5 years of progressive coding experience, CPC/CCS credentials, and a bachelor’s degree in a related field are required. Vaccination against influenza and COVID-19, or a valid exemption, is required.

Qualifications

• Certified Professional Coding Certification or the equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of all aspects of coding is required.
• Strong understanding of coding guidelines, prospective payment systems, CMS rules, and OIG work plans is required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required.
• A minimum of 5 years progressive coding experience is required.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID-19 virus or be exempt by signing a statement.

Responsibilities

• Audit medical records to ensure documentation supports the level of service.
• Develop and implement educational programs for coding education.
• Orient and audit newly onboarded providers and programs.
• Convey a strict adherence to high standards and quality control.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare, education, or related field

Certified Professional Coding Certification (CPC)

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Job description

Southcoast Health System, Inc. is seeking a talented Coding Educator to join our team. This remote day-shift position focuses on auditing medical records, developing educational programs, and onboarding providers while adhering to high standards and strict quality controls.

Minimum 5 years of progressive coding experience, CPC/CCS credentials, and a bachelor’s degree in a related field are required. Vaccination against influenza and COVID-19, or a valid exemption, is required.