Remote Medical Coding & Education Specialist (Post-Acute)

Altea Healthcare; Charleston (SC); Remote; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Altea Healthcare is seeking a Medical Coding and Education Specialist to enhance coding accuracy across post-acute care facilities. The role involves reviewing medical records and assigning ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes while developing training materials.

You will collaborate with EMR and revenue cycle teams to optimize documentation, reduce denials, and ensure compliance with evolving guidelines. Remote role, preference for Texas residents; compensation $65k-$75k annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in medical coding and post-acute care settings.
• Certification in medical coding (CCS or CPC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular coding audits to ensure compliance with guidelines and reimbursement policies.
• Develop and deliver educational materials and training modules on coding guidelines for post-acute care.
• Collaborate with providers and operations to clarify documentation and coding issues and provide ongoing feedback.
• Partner with the technology team to optimize EMR processes and reduce coding denials.
• Stay informed on changes in regulations and coding guidelines relevant to post-acute care.
• Review provider medical records to assign precise ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
• Educate providers on best practices for accurate documentation and coding.

Skills

Medical coding

Education/training

Audits

EMR optimization

ICD-10-CM CPT HCPCS

Documentation

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Medical Coding Certification

CCS or CPC

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Altea Healthcare is seeking a Medical Coding and Education Specialist to enhance coding accuracy across post-acute care facilities. The role involves reviewing medical records and assigning ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes while developing training materials.

You will collaborate with EMR and revenue cycle teams to optimize documentation, reduce denials, and ensure compliance with evolving guidelines. Remote role, preference for Texas residents; compensation $65k-$75k annually.