Physician Coding Education Specialist

CU Medicine•Aurora, CO

107d•$75,000 - $85,000•Remote

About The Position

University of Colorado Medicine (CU Medicine) is seeking a Provider Education Specialist with expertise in Orthopedics and Surgical Specialties for its Audit, Compliance & Education team. The position provides formal and informal coding and regulatory education to attending physicians, residents, advanced practice providers, and learners involved in professional services billing. Education covers coding and documentation requirements established by federal and state requirements and the AMA. The specialist also serves as a liaison among CU Medicine departments, CU School of Medicine departments, and faculty. Education Specialists typically manage activities within an assigned unit and are expected to flexibly support content development and education presentations as needed. The job can be performed 100% remotely, and out-of-state candidates will be considered. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration or a related field, or equivalent/relevant work experience; at least three years of education experience; and CPC or CCS certification. CPMA certification is a plus and must be obtained within one year of hire if applicable.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration or a related field, or equivalent/relevant work experience.
At least 3 years of education experience, such as provider or coder education; provider education is preferred.
CPC or CCS certification required.
Ability to speak comfortably and effectively in front of large audiences.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Provider education experience is preferred.
CPMA certification is a plus; it must be obtained within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

Under leadership direction, design, create, revise, and update education materials using Articulate, Panopto, Word, and PowerPoint.
Develop coding and documentation education content and materials based on federal and state requirements and the AMA.
Provide educational sessions for physicians, residents, advanced practice providers, and learners involved in professional services billing.
Present training for new physicians and communicate new information, yearly updates, and changes in requirements as needed.
Conduct follow-up reviews after initial training, determine whether additional education is needed, and provide further training when required.
Revise and update education materials under the direction of the Education Manager, including materials used by Audit, Compliance & Education staff.
Communicate and problem-solve with administrators, physicians, and managers about documentation issues and training requests.
Collaborate with the Education Manager, DFA’s, and individual providers on new provider orientation, including creating Relias accounts, maintaining session schedules, running reports, sending weekly training emails, responding to questions, and developing processes as needed.
Maintain current knowledge of changes and trends in the health care industry.
Perform other duties and assist with special projects as assigned.