Remote Medical Coding & Education Specialist (Post-Acute)

Altea Healthcare; Milwaukee (WI); Remote; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Altea Healthcare is seeking a Medical Coding Education Specialist to enhance coding accuracy and compliance in post-acute care facilities. The role focuses on auditing medical records, assigning ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes, and developing training materials for providers.

The ideal candidate has five+ years in medical coding with CCS or CPC certification, and experience in post-acute care settings. Remote role with emphasis on collaboration with revenue cycle and EMR teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of medical coding experience and a Medical Coding Certification.
• CCS or CPC certification required.
• Minimum of 3 years of Provider medical group coding experience in post-acute care facilities.
• Proficiency in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems; strong medical terminology knowledge.
• Strong analytical, detail-oriented, and team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular coding audits to ensure compliance with guidelines and reimbursement policies.
• Develop and deliver training materials and modules on coding guidelines and post-acute care documentation.
• Clarify documentation and coding issues with providers and operations staff, providing feedback for improvement.
• Collaborate with technology teams to optimize EMR processes and reduce coding denials.
• Stay informed about changes in regulations and reimbursement practices relevant to post-acute care.

Skills

Medical coding

Education materials development

Training delivery

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Medical Coding Certification

CCS (Certified Coding Specialist)

CPC (Certified Professional Coder)

Tools

Coding software

Job description

Altea Healthcare is seeking a Medical Coding Education Specialist to enhance coding accuracy and compliance in post-acute care facilities. The role focuses on auditing medical records, assigning ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes, and developing training materials for providers.

The ideal candidate has five+ years in medical coding with CCS or CPC certification, and experience in post-acute care settings. Remote role with emphasis on collaboration with revenue cycle and EMR teams.