Physician Coding Liaison II - Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine

Advocate Aurora Health • Two Rivers, WI

118d • $28 - $42 • Remote

About The Position

The position is focused on providing service line/specialty specific coding/documentation education and feedback related to coding changes, annual code updates, payer requirements, and payer rejection resolution to assigned Physicians/APCs. The role involves partnering with CMOs to standardize coding processes across a specific specialty and sharing coding/documentation education presentations with various stakeholders. The position also includes conducting orientations for new clinicians, coordinating responses to inquiries, monitoring charge sessions, and collaborating with PSA Liaisons on coding/documentation guidance. Additionally, the role requires developing newsletters for ongoing education and identifying opportunities for revenue capture through documentation improvement.

Requirements

• Coding Associate (CCA) certification or equivalent certification from AHIMA or AAPC.
• Advanced training beyond High School in Medical Coding Specialist.
• Typically requires 5 years of experience in expert-level professional coding.
• At least 3 years of experience educating/training licensed clinicians.

Nice To Haves

• Specialty Medical Coding Certification in the area(s) supported.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office and EHR systems.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides service line/specialty specific coding/documentation education and feedback related to coding changes.
• Conducts orientations for all Physicians/APCs, residents/students, and clinical team members on specialty specific coding and documentation.
• Coordinates responses to inquiries from Physicians/APCs, residents/students, and various partners.
• Queries clinicians to assist in resolving coding and documentation questions.
• Monitors and resolves charge sessions requiring additional information for assigned clinicians.
• Attends and provides coding and documentation information to CMOs and other stakeholders.
• Collaborates with PSA Liaison to provide coding/documentation guidance on Epic order entry.
• Develops monthly service line/specialty newsletters to educate and communicate updates.
• Identifies trending data and opportunities to capture revenue through documentation improvement.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Educational Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree