Documentation and Coding Consultant 1

Education and experience

• Associate of Science degree in Health Information Technology, or equivalent education and experience directly related to the role.
• At least 2 years of progressive, in-depth multispecialty professional services coding experience in diagnostic and procedural coding, or completion of the Documentation and Coding Consultant Apprentice training.
• Must pass the internal coding test with 85% accuracy.

Knowledge and skills

• Ability to conduct coding reviews, quality performance measures, chart review reports, and education/feedback sessions.
• Strong analytical, statistical, and reporting skills.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, pharmacology, anatomy, physiology, and disease processes.
• In-depth knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and Evaluation and Management coding guidelines.
• Strong understanding of government rules and regulations, fraud and abuse risk areas, and ethical coding standards.
• Ability to deliver virtual training using tools such as Teams and Zoom.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.

Certifications

• RHIA, RHIT, CCS-P, or CPC required.

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of coding experience with statistical analysis and problem-solving.
• 2+ years of Medicare and multispecialty professional services coding experience.
• 2+ years of project management and training presentation experience.

Company-sponsored benefits

• 15% employer contribution to retirement programs, including pension
• 90% employer-paid health plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Child care benefits
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid parental leave
• Self-care days and paid time off