Medical Coding Educator
Company: Lifepoint Health Support Center
Location: Denver
Posted on: April 19, 2024
Job Description:
The Physician Services Revenue Integrity team at Lifepoint
Health is a nationwide revenue cycle management services provider
that has been offering high quality medical billing services since
2004. We offer a rewarding work environment with career advancement
opportunities while maintaining a small company, employee-focused
atmosphere. This is a fully remote position! - You must live in the
United States.We believe that success is achieved through talented
people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with
opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that
truly make a difference in communities across the country.We are
always looking for people inspired to help us in our mission. If
you are someone who wants to change the lives of patients, drive
success for our partners and be part of a team driven to improve
care, we may have your next opportunity.We are currently seeking a
Coding Educator. Reporting to the Manager, Coding Quality, the
primary function of the Coding Educator role is to create and
deliver education materials and educational sessions to the
customer including but not limited to, Providers, Staff,
Leadership, Coders, Billers, and Compliance Personnel. The
interrelationships include Coding, Denial, and the Quality
Departments. Responsibilities and Duties
Perform prospective guidance on
Evaluation and Management guidelines, new service line education,
new specialty assistance via education, CPT - coding changes and
updates, HCC documentation, and assist on other projects related to
physician coding education and compliance Educate, prospectively
and retrospectively, the layers of the clinics and organizations on
proper coding and documentation, as appropriate Demonstrate a
thorough understanding of complex coding, reimbursement, and
auditing principles as they relate to physician practices and
clinic settingsUnderstand federal compliance issues related to
coding and documentationRemain informed regarding current coding
regulations, professional standards and company/ department
policies and procedures and effectively apply this knowledge
Develop a relationship with the "customers" (e.g., providers,
staff, leadership) and the Coding, Denial, and Quality Department
teams (colleagues)Create education materials based on customer
needs and requestsSupport education materials with authoritative
source(s)Maintain and deliver scheduled communications with the
"customer" via .various platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams)Maintain
confidentiality of sensitive and/or confidential information -OTHER
FUNCTIONS
Maintains regular and predictable
attendancePerforms other essential duties as assigned. -Education:
Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent experienceExperience: -
5+ years of experience in the
physician practice setting and professional coding arenaMinimum of
1 year experience in coding audit or quality review work
required.Multiple computer program knowledgeCoding Certification
through AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association)
or - -AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders)Certifications:
The following certifications (or eligibility therefor):
-CPC -CEMCCPMACRCCPBSpecialty
certificationCCS-PRHIT -Ability to create and follow written
procedure.Ability to provide professional written communication and
excellent customer service.Technical proficiency with computers,
basic Microsoft software, and medical software systems
(PM/EHR)High-school diploma (Bachelor's degree preferred)Strong
organizational skillsExcellent communication skills and ability to
work in a team environment.Strong technical and computer skills
(PM/EHR Software, Excel, Outlook, MS Office, Web)Ability to learn
new systems, software, and client specialties quickly.Self-starter
with little to no supervisionBenefitsAt Lifepoint Health, our
Mission of Making Communities Healthier extends to our employees.
We offer an excellent total compensation package, including a
competitive salary and benefits. Some of our benefits include 401k,
flexible PTO, generous Employee illness benefit (EIB), medical,
dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance
Program. We believe that happy, healthy people have a passionate
engagement with life and work and have designed our package to
enhance your wellbeing. -We also offer a flexible, remote work
environmentPay range: - $27-30/hr DOE The final agreed upon
compensation is based on individual education, qualifications,
experience, and work location. This position is bonus
eligible.Lifepoint Health is committed to providing Equal
Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and
complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination
against any employee or applicant for employment because of color,
race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic
information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status
or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local
law. -Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are
looking for diversity in candidates for employment:
Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Keywords: Lifepoint Health Support Center, Denver , Medical Coding Educator, Other , Denver, Colorado
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