On-site Medical Coder Educator AAPC or AHIMA

Position: On-site Medical Coder Educator - (AAPC or AHIMA)

Overview

Medical Coder Educator (On-site) role at Gonzaba Medical Group. The Coding Educator is responsible for the development, management, and oversight of a comprehensive coding program encompassing all activities of the organization. This position serves as the documentation and coding liaison to clinicians, ensuring compliance with government and organizational policies and procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

General Requirements

All duties performed will be done accurately and in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Ensures customer service is always maintained at the highest level.
• Exercise tact and courtesy when dealing with patients, visitors, providers, and co-workers.
• Must always adhere to customer service expectations including in-person and virtual communication (via telephone or telehealth applications).
• English and Spanish proficiency preferred.
• Strong organizational skills are a requirement in this position.
• Assist with special projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential

Job Responsibilities

• Perform consultative services to physicians and staff on complex coding issues.
• Conduct a quarterly/annual review of each clinician in assigned specialties to identify areas for improvement in clinical documentation and coding, providing necessary education.
• Assist in determining educational needs based on documentation reviews, provider/staff feedback, and data analysis.
• Research errors related to coding or missed documentation, providing accurate coding guidance to support established processes.
• Prepare necessary reports and communicate audit results to management, clinicians, and committees as appropriate.
• Assist with development and refinement of a comprehensive audit/oversight program.
• Stay current with CPT-4, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes, communicating changes effectively to physicians and staff.
• Develop comprehensive training and education programs for physicians and staff on coding rules and guidelines.
• Assist with development of performance standards for productivity and accuracy for new hires and established coders, establishing benchmarks and goals for coding accuracy.
• Monitor and trend dashboard summaries to assess problems, issues, or areas of concern, preparing appropriate reports.
• Develop standardized processes and procedures for overall consistency.
• Establish or participate in regular meetings and open forum discussions on coding issues and concerns.
• Develop and create solutions to reduce denial rates due to coding inaccuracy and improper documentation.
• Provide GMG-sponsored access to workshops/audio conferences/seminars and coding resource links/subscriptions/materials to provide updates and laws governing coding and documentation.
• Assist in determining coding structure and needs in conjunction with EMR implementation from a correct coding standpoint.
• Will need to travel to support patient care at another GMG location.
• This position will require driving a company vehicle or a personal vehicle; therefore, employees must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess, and maintain a current valid Texas Driver License, and proof of current insurance to be subject for mileage reimbursement.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.

Work Environment

Depending upon the area assigned, may be 100% clinical setting or office setting in a clinical environment. Exposure to typical clinical conditions. On-site work may occur outside, with exposure to heat, cold, wet conditions, dust, and other environmental factors.

Mental /

Physical Requirements

Requires manual dexterity, sitting, standing, stooping, reaching, kneeling, crouching, bending, walking, and lifting up to 15 lbs. Close vision and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to work efficiently under pressure.

Additional Information

Gonzaba Medical Group seeks team members who contribute as A-Players, demonstrate a strong work ethic, and are committed to the culture and core values.

Other Duties As Assigned

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Team members will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and work environments may change as needs evolve.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Medical Practices

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