Medical Coding Trainer

This is a career-enhancing opportunity for individuals who have an affinity for healthcare and teaching. As a Medical Coding Trainer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our team's proficiency in medical coding.

The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner. A proven track record of successfully delivering training programs and assessments is highly desirable.

• Assist in developing modules for medical coding and billing training (ICD 10 CM, CPT, E/M coding, Business of Medicine, Edit Resolution, and Revenue Cycle Management)
• Develop curriculum and training syllabus related to coding and billing training programs including but not limited to Periodic Updates, Policy updates, Peripherals of RCM, and Med- Metrix Learning Academy.
• Maintain knowledge of ICD 10 CM, ICD 10 PCS, CPT and HCPCS coding guidelines.
• Update existing training modules
• Develop and produce materials for inpatient medical coding exercises, assessment, and qualifying examination.
• Consolidate coder scores from quizzes, exams and assessments and present consolidated data during weekly meetings.
• Maintain certifications of the staff by providing continuing education units
• Provide training and review for onboarding coders and refresher training for tenured coders.
• Disseminate changes and updates in guidelines and rules.
• Collaborate with all workgroups to resolve issues that impact internal and external customers.
• Possess knowledge of, understanding of, and compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Participate in monthly calibration training.
• Create assessments to check learnings from calibration training.
• Consolidate coder scores from calibration assessment and present consolidated data to operations.
• Assist QA Supervisor and QATM with account launch for launching accounts.
• Provide support and feedback for TNA, RCA, and educational note creation for QA Team.
• Audit QA staff to monitor their respective coding and auditing accuracy.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of any Medical or Allied Medical course or has equivalent work experience.
• CPC certification from AAPC or CCS certification from AHIMA
• Proficient with Revenue Cycle Management, E/M and Procedure Coding.
• Ability to work in a team fostered environment and have the willingness to adjust to changing job responsibilities, shifting schedules, new procedures and unexpected workloads and stresses.
• Possess strong verbal, written communication, interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Willingness and flexibility to work extended hours.
• Assertive self-starter who can work independently, yet function in a team environment.
• Ability to plan well and prioritize work and maintain calmness under pressure.
• An understanding and strict adherence to all regulations.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Flexible working arrangements
• Recognition and reward for outstanding performance
• Access to comprehensive training programs
• Support for ongoing education and certification

Working Conditions:

• Work Set-Up: Work From Home
• Work Schedule: Dayshift
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to move around the work area; Sit; perform manual tasks; operate tools and other office equipment such as computer, computer peripherals and telephones; extend arms; kneel; talk and hear.
• Mental Demands: The employee must be able to follow directions, collaborate with others, and handle stress.
• Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.