Medical Coding Educator

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Job Description - Medical Coding Educator (2600260)

Medical Coding Educator

Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, the Coding Education professional will develop and provide educational programs as they relate to ICD-10 CM and ICD-10 PCS coding for new and existing staff and collaborate with department management in setting goals related to educational activities for all coders.

• Responsible for evaluating, designing, coordinating and delivering comprehensive training and education for new and existing staff.
• Develop ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS education for new employees.
• Assess and provide feedback to each coder on their work performed.
• Develop reinforcement training for existing staff in collaboration with department management.
• Provide educational sessions to new and existing staff based on results of each coder s performance.
• Perform coding audits and validation by reviewing medical records for correct ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding. Compile and communicate results of the audits to the appropriate managers.
• Prepare training and presentations on topics such as the annual ICD-10 and ICD-10-PCS updates and other coding updates throughout the year, including Quarterly Coding Clinic reviews.
• Research updated coding information, rules, laws and statutes for all payers and government entities. Maintain extensive knowledge of government regulations related to coding and applicable reimbursement laws and regulations required.
• Ensure the Coding Staff has updated resources on an ongoing basis.
• Provide education to the Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) staff on a brief history of coding, ICD-10 CM & ICD-10 PCS book contents, organization and how to use the books, and how to identify major and chronic comorbidities in ICD-10 CM books.
• Provide education to the CDI staff on the Inpatient Prospective Payment System and on the use of Official Coding guidelines by specific chapter, DRG Expert reviews, and how to identify surgical DRGs versus medicine DRGs.
• Provide education to the CDI staff on the use of all coding software (e.g., Access HIM, 3M CRS and References, PwC SMART software) and coding guidance on an ongoing basis.
• Review and respond to coding questions.
• Collaborate with the Patient Financial Services Department on claim corrections.
• Take on special projects related to coding and code, abstract and data entry of records.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor s degree in Health Information Management (HIM) or related field.

At least 6 years of experience with ICD-10 CM and ICD-10 PCS coding. RHIA, RHIT, and/or CCS certification.

Demonstrated proficiency in medical terminology.

Strong organizational and written communication skills.

Preferred:

Master s Degree or higher in Health Information Management or another Healthcare related degree.

10 years or more experience with ICD-10 CM, ICD-10 PCS, CPT & HCPCS coding.

Experience with education, training, compliance and auditing. RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, or CPC certification.

Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. For full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date, which is within two weeks of the posting date.

If no candidate is selected during the initial review, additional applications may be considered; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified and, at minimum, two weeks after the initial posting date. If no candidate is identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting may close for review and possibly be reposted later.

Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke-free environment. Smoking is prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas. Some hospital positions may require changes in pass days and shifts. This function/position may be designated as essential and may require reporting to work during emergencies.

• Pre-employment physical examination and medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine s Employee Health Services*
• Electronic…