Coding Trainer / Educator, Health Information Management, Full Time, Day
Valley Health System
Summary
The purpose of the Coding Educator is to manage coding and chart documentation-training programs in order to ensure consistent and accurate ICD-10 coding by Health Information Management Coders. The Coding Trainer/Educator will work with the medical staff, coders and other Valley Medical Group staff on best practices for documentation in the medical record.
Job description
Position Summary
The purpose of the Coding Educator is to manage coding and chart documentation-training programs in order to ensure consistent and accurate ICD-10 coding by Health Information Management Coders. The Coding Trainer/Educator will work with the medical staff, coders and other Valley Medical Group staff on best practices for documentation in the medical record.
Education
- Associates Degree in a health or business related field is strongly recommended.
- Bachelor's degree is preferred.
- Successful completion of a post-secondary billing or coding program or coursework, or the equivalent combination of experience, education.
- CPC (Certified Professional Coder) and CPMA (Certified Professional Medical Auditor) preferred.
Experience
Five (5) years of progressive coding experience in a medical group practice setting, with coding/billing experience in multiple medical specialties. Surgical and outpatient procedural coding is required.
Skills
- Experience in using medical billing software and electronic medical records is required. Athena and/or Meditech software experience is highly desired.
- Advanced knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook preferred.
- Advanced knowledge of: medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, disease process, and surgical procedures.
- Knowledge of accepted medical abbreviations and their meanings.
- Knowledge in the use of specialized references such as the ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 and HCPCS, medical dictionaries and texts, and medical journals.
- Abides by the standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) and American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and adheres to all official coding and compliance guidelines.
- Must be able to function within a pre-determined schedule, and be able to meet deadlines consistently.
- The ability to work in a collaborative manner with coding staff, practice administrators and physicians to determine team needs and prioritize workflow.
- Organizational skills, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently with minimum supervision is essential.
- Must have the ability to research and analyze data, draw conclusions and resolve issues, read, interpret and apply policies, procedures laws and regulations.
- Must have the ability to read and interpret medical procedures and terminology.
- Must have excellent communication and presentation skills.
Training
- Medical Terminology coursework required.
- Anatomy & Physiology or Pathophysiology required.
- Ability to assign, sequence and validate all CPT, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS codes with appropriate modifier usage is required.
- Working knowledge of CCI edits and other regulatory guidance is required.
- Ability to develop, implement, deliver, and assess coding education plans using a variety of methods to individual providers or provider groups.
- Understanding of Healthcare insurance guidelines as relevant to correct coding initiatives is necessary.
- Advanced level reading, writing and oral communications skills are essential.
Requirements
- Five (5) years of progressive coding experience in a medical group practice setting
- Coding/billing experience in multiple medical specialties
- Surgical and outpatient procedural coding is required
- Experience in using medical billing software and electronic medical records is required
- Athena and/or Meditech software experience is highly desired
- Advanced knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook preferred
- Advanced knowledge of: medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, disease process, and surgical procedures
- Knowledge of accepted medical abbreviations and their meanings
- Knowledge in the use of specialized references such as the ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 and HCPCS, medical dictionaries and texts, and medical journals
- Abides by the standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) and American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and adheres to all official coding and compliance guidelines
- Must be able to function within a pre-determined schedule, and be able to meet deadlines consistently
- The ability to work in a collaborative manner with coding staff, practice administrators and physicians to determine team needs and prioritize workflow
- Organizational skills, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently with minimum supervision is essential
- Must have the ability to research and analyze data, draw conclusions and resolve issues, read, interpret and apply policies, procedures laws and regulations
- Must have the ability to read and interpret medical procedures and terminology
- Must have excellent communication and presentation skills
- Medical Terminology coursework required
- Anatomy & Physiology or Pathophysiology required
- Ability to assign, sequence and validate all CPT, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS codes with appropriate modifier usage is required
- Working knowledge of CCI edits and other regulatory guidance is required
- Ability to develop, implement, deliver, and assess coding education plans using a variety of methods to individual providers or provider groups
- Understanding of Healthcare insurance guidelines as relevant to correct coding initiatives is necessary
- Advanced level reading, writing and oral communications skills are essential
- Associates Degree in a health or business related field is strongly recommended
- Bachelor's degree is preferred
- Successful completion of a post-secondary billing or coding program or coursework, or the equivalent combination of experience, education
- CPC (Certified Professional Coder) and CPMA (Certified Professional Medical Auditor) preferred
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Group Term Life & AD&D
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Benefit Plans
- Short-term & Long-term Disability
- Whole Life Insurance
- Legal Support
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness Time Off
- Extended Illness
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Center Discount
- Day Care Discounts
Company overview
The Valley Health System is an integrated healthcare network serving Las Vegas and Southern Nevada, operating as a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). Established in 1979, the system has grown to become the largest provider of healthcare services in Southern Nevada, serving over two million residents across the region. The network comprises six acute care hospitals, two specialty hospitals, seven freestanding emergency departments, and numerous outpatient facilities and physician practices. Key hospitals include Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, Henderson Hospital, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Valley Hospital Medical Center, and West Henderson Hospital. The system offers comprehensive medical services including emergency care, cardiovascular services, neurosciences, maternity and women's health, orthopedics, oncology, behavioral health, and specialized programs in stroke and heart attack care. All Valley Health System hospitals are accredited by The Joint Commission and consistently earn national recognition for quality care, with certifications from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. The organization employs over 9,000 healthcare professionals dedicated to providing patient-centered care while also serving as a teaching institution with graduate medical education programs and clinical training opportunities for future healthcare providers.