Coding Educator, PB Coding, Full-time, Days (Remote - Must reside in IL, IN, IA, or WI)
About The Position
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?The Coding Educator reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.The Coding Educator conducts company-wide coding and documentation training programs for groups and individuals (physicians, coding specialists, and other staff).
Requirements
- Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification.
- Two (2) to five (5) years' experience in a relevant role.
- 94% accuracy on organization's coding test.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree in a Health Information Management program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).
- Previous experience with physician coding.
Responsibilities
- Develops curriculum and materials for documentation training programs.
- Assesses coder comprehension.
- Conducts quality assurance reviews.
- Reviews, researches, and responds to coding questions.
- Resolves coding questions from patient inquiries or denied services from insurance companies.
- Performs focused quality assurance reviews on coded services.
- Communicates updates on coding or documentation issues.
- Organizes and participates in monthly meetings.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.
- Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
