Coding Educator-Auditor

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This hybrid position will work from home and within the clinic providing training to providers.

• Provides formal and informal coding and regulatory education/training to providers and professional coders.
• Serves as a liaison between providers and coders.
• Responsible for reviewing (auditing) professional charges, medical records, and claims to ensure accuracy and compliance with CMS guidelines, CPT, HCPCS, and ICD‑10 coding guidelines.
• Identifies errors, inconsistencies, and areas for improvement in coding and documentation.
• Compiles and presents audit results, highlighting areas for improvement, educating, and re‑auditing.
• Answers coding questions for clinic managers, providers, and other staff.

The Regional Business Office Physician Coding Team is responsible for accurate and timely coding of the Samaritan Health Services clinic providers according to all applicable guidelines and federal/state regulations.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two (2) certifications (CPC, CRC Risk Adjuster, CPMA, CPCO Compliance Officer, or RHIT) required upon hire.
• Three (3) years experience in CPT EM leveling, ICD‑10 diagnosis coding, HCC diagnosis coding, medical claims auditing, and provider education required.
• Experience with data analysis and report preparation required.

• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards, including Medicare and Medicaid, and coding and billing practices in healthcare.
• Strong problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify errors and discrepancies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software applications.

• Rarely (1‑10% of the time) climb stairs.
• Lift (floor to waist: 0″‑36″) 0‑20 lbs.
• Lift (knee to chest: 24″‑54″) 0‑20 lbs.
• Lift (waist to eye: up to 54″) 0‑20 lbs.
• Carry 1‑handed, 0‑20 lbs.
• Bend forward at waist.
• Kneel on knees.
• Stand.
• Walk – level surface.
• Rotate trunk standing.
• Reach upward.
• Push (0‑20 lbs force).
• Pull (0‑20 lbs force).
• Sit.
• Carry 2‑handed, 0‑20 lbs.
• Rotate trunk sitting.
• Reach forward.
• Manual dexterity – hands/wrists.
• Finger dexterity.
• Pinch fingers.
• Grasp hand/fist.
• None specified.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Education and Training

Hospitals and Health Care