Southcoast Health System

Coding Educator

Southcoast Health System$64K — $108K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Fairhaven, MA
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Certified Professional Coding Certification or equivalent required; Bachelor's in business, healthcare, education preferred.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of coding processes is essential.
  • Strong understanding of coding guidelines, payment systems, CMS rules, and OIG work plans required.
  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills necessary.
  • Minimum of 5 years progressive coding experience needed.
  • Certification as a Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) is required.
  • Full vaccination against seasonal Influenza and COVID-19 is a requirement unless exempt.

Responsibilities

  • Audit medical records to ensure documentation aligns with service level requirements.
  • Develop and implement educational programs for coding and compliance.
  • Initiate strategies for overall documentation improvement.
  • Orient and audit newly on-boarded providers and programs.
  • Work independently while maintaining high standards of quality control.
  • Communicate effectively across teams to support coding initiatives.
  • Systematically organize and approach tasks in a structured manner.

Benefits

  • Remote work opportunity allows for flexibility and work-life balance.
  • Working day shift (7:00 am - 3:30 pm) provides a consistent schedule.
  • Engagement in community-focused initiatives enhances job satisfaction.
  • Opportunities for professional development through educational program implementation.
Full Job Description
Overview

Community Focused. Care Driven. 

 

We are searching for a talented Coding Educator

 

Hours: 40hrs

Shift: Day shift; 7:00am - 3:30pm

Location: Position will be fully remote  

 

Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Manager of Coding Education or designee, perform a variety of duties both within and in support of the Coding and Compliance initiatives. Duties include auditing of medical records to ensure documentation supports the level of service, documentation reflects the requirements of Local and National Determination Coverages, ability to develop and implement educational programs, and initiate overall documentation improvement strategies. Additional duties will include the orientation and auditing of newly on-boarded providers and programs. Candidate must be able to work independently, possess strong communication skills, demonstrate a systematic, organizeed approach to tasks, and convey a strict adherence to high standards and quality control. 

Qualifications
  • Certified Professional Coding Certification or the equivalent is required. Bachelors degree in business, healthcare, education, or related field is preferred.
  • Knowledge of all aspects of coding is required.
  • Strong understanding of coding guidelines, prospective payment systems, CMS rules, and OIG work plans is required.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills are required.
  • A minimum of 5 years progressive coding experience is required.
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) and/or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) is required.
  • Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired. 

     

  • Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience. 

Pay RangeUSD $64,500.80 - USD $108,617.60 /Yr.

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