<p>Position Summary</p> <p>Serves as Coding Educator of ICD 10, ICD 10 PCS, & CPT for the SRHS District. Serves a liaison between providers and coders. Provides education /in-services in training with regard to ICD 10 and CPT coding. Assists with coding/billing/charging questions and edits. Analyzes clinical documentation to ensure clear, thorough documentation that accurately reflects the patient diagnosis/es, procedures, DRG and APC assignment. Works close with Coding Manager, CDI/IP Supervisor to trend and develop appropriate educational programs. Assists with coding volumes if requested by coding Manager or Director.</p> <p>Minimum Requirements</p> <p>Education</p> <ul> <li>Associates Degree in HIM or related field </li></ul> <p>Experience</p> <ul> <li>5 + years of experience required at Tertiary / Acute Care Teaching Hospital </li></ul> <p>License/Registration/Certifications</p> <ul> <li>CCS ( Certified Coding Specialist) or CPC , or RHIT </li></ul> <p>Preferred Requirements</p> <p>Preferred Education</p> <ul> <li>BS, Masters, or Doctorate </li></ul> <p>Preferred Experience</p> <ul> <li>10 Years of experience at tertiary teaching acute care hospital in IP and CDI </li></ul> <p>Preferred License/Registration/Certifications</p> <ul> <li>RHIT/CCS, CCS-P </li></ul> <p>Core Job Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Oversee Work of EPIC Work Queues- Outpatient Educator </li><li>Answers coding questions from associates both in and outside HIM dept. </li><li>Departmental education of associates both internal and external of Hospital District </li><li>Go to person for district for ICD 10 , PCS Coding & DRG assignment ensuring compliance for all team activities </li><li>Conducts daily audits, helps manager oversee external audits </li><li>Assists writing denial appeals. Works with RAC Coordinator keeping letters current </li><li>Keeps abreast of coding trends by keeping self-informed by reading and attending pertinent meetings/webexs. </li><li>Other duties as assigned </li></ul>