What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coding Educator position at Emory?
Overview
Work Hours: Full-time 7a-4p
Seeking candidates with experience in Inpatient/Facility and Auditor coding experience. Must also have CCS, CIC, or CDDS Certifications.
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- The responsibilities are: assessment of medical record documentation and appropriate capture of services through quality coding.
- The primary focus of this position will be to assess medical record documentation and educate providers and coders.
- This would include communication to providers, coders and section leaders on performance and coding and regulatory updates.
- This position reports to Assistant Director of Revenue Cycle Development.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- College Degree and three (3) years of coding experience or at least five (5) years of coding experience required.
- Must have a current CPC, CCS-P, RHIA, RHIT and an additional specialty certification.
- CPMA, CEMC, CPCI are preferred but not necessary.
- Multi-specialty coding experience, academic medical center experience and teaching/instructing experience preferred.
- Strong CPT4, HCPCS, and ICD10-CM coding skills.
- Strong knowledge of CMS rules and guidelines and ability to access, research and interpret other payer rules and guidelines.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (MediumMax 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
