[Hiring] Coding Educator and Auditor @Froedtert

Role Description

Responsible for developing and conducting coding and billing training programs for a multi-specialty physician practice and coding support staff while remaining compliant with government and third party payer regulations and guidelines.

• Perform medical coding audits for providers and coding specialists resulting in detailed reports; addressing educational needs as appropriate.
• Responsible for revenue cycle billing coding and documentation compliance for governmental payers.
• Works with revenue producing departments regarding billing compliance and regulatory updates.
• Update providers, coders and billing office staff on changes in CPT, ICD and HCPCS codes as well as changes to government payer regulations and guidelines.
• This role will work collaboratively with Community Physician professional services providers; Patient Financial Services (Billing & Collections); Charge Capture; Epic Charge Process; Clinic Operations; Clinical Compliance and Health information and Management staff.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of experience of providing education/training and or auditing related to CPT, ICD-10 and HCPCS codes for a multiple specialty physician practice is required.
• Knowledge of revenue cycle with a focus on Medicare and Medicaid regulatory and billing guidelines is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience with Multi Specialty CPT Coding.
• Experience developing and providing education (CPT and ICD-9-CM) education to providers and coding staff.
• Experience with performing provider and coding specialist audits.
• Other areas of experience may include: Health Information management.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Health Care related field is required.
• In lieu of a degree, a High School diploma or equivalent and 7 years of relevant experience will be considered.
• Coding Credential from AHIMA (CCS-P) or AAPC (CPC) etc.
• Bachelors Degree in Health Care related field is preferred.
• RHIT or RHIA degree is preferred.

Special Skills

• Practice Management computer experience required.
• Prior education and presentation experience preferred, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Current knowledge of coding, billing, and Medicare regulations and coverage guidelines.
• Enjoy and excel at speaking in front of large groups.
• Self-directed worker who can effectively manage large projects and multiple priorities.
• Demonstrate critical thinking, good oral/written communication skills and the ability to create accurate, interesting and effective education materials and presentations.

Licensure

• Professional Coding Certification (CPC) is required.
• RHIT or RHIA certification is preferred.

Benefits

• Pay is expected to be between: (expressed as hourly) $24.05 - $38.48.
• Paid time off.
• Growth opportunity - Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities.
• Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin.
• Referral bonuses.
• Retirement plan - 403b.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics.
• Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available.