Boston Medical Center (BMC)
Coding Education Specialist - Remote
Boston Medical Center (BMC), Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
Boston Medical Center (BMC) is a network of support and care impacting hundreds of thousands of people in need each year. It is the largest and busiest provider of trauma and emergency services in New England and the primary teaching affiliate of Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM). BMC is committed to providing accessible health services to all and is the largest safety-net hospital in New England. It supports Boston’s Vision 2030 to make Boston the healthiest urban population in the world. Position
Coding Education Specialist Department
Coding & Education, BUMG Schedule
Full Time Position Summary
The Coding Education Specialist is responsible for assisting with the design, development, and delivery of all Coding Quality and Education components for areas supported by Professional Billing. This individual is part of a cross‑functional team including practice leadership, business owners, IT, the professional billing office, revenue cycle teams, and others as needed. They will work closely with these groups to develop, implement, and manage medical record review, communication, and education strategies to achieve desired results. As a strategic department representative, the role requires solid project management skills and a commitment to meeting and exceeding customer expectations. Essential Responsibilities / Duties
Assist with development of strategic coding communication and education plans outlining target audience, training needs, methods, and implementation. Assist with development of coding content‑specific, competency‑based, and operational‑based communication and educational deliverables with business unit resources and technical experts. Create presentations, learning materials, handbooks, and other training materials. Lead training sessions on current billing and coding information in the medical field. Provide mentoring and education to physicians and provide feedback to 3rd party vendors to improve performance. Communicate and advise the Physician Group and Revenue Cycle staff on coding and documentation principles. Manage the delivery of coding training to various groups, including leadership teams and end‑users. Delivery methods may include instructor‑led, train the trainer, virtual classroom, web‑cast, or web‑based methodologies. Maintain coding training materials and respond to coding questions. Perform random chart audits and maintain confidentiality of all company and regulated information. Performs other duties as assigned. Education
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of formal education and experience. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Required
Must be a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS‑P) through AHIMA, or AAPC’s Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential or Certified Professional Coder‑Hospital (CPC‑H). Experience
Three years of experience in E/M and/or surgical coding plus reimbursement activities is required. A clinical background and previous chart abstraction experience is preferred. Knowledge And Skills
Excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Time management and organizational skills; self‑directed. Ability to make quality, independent decisions. Analytical and strong problem‑solving skills. Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines, high volumes, and multiple interruptions. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Ability to listen to others. Competency in the use of computer hardware and software systems. Excellent command of ICD‑10, HCPCS, and CPT coding conventions, and E&M coding; knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology. Equal Opportunity
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or extensions of offers via text messages or social media. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment before employment. Alternatively, you can view additional roles on our site and apply through the official channels.
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Boston Medical Center (BMC) is a network of support and care impacting hundreds of thousands of people in need each year. It is the largest and busiest provider of trauma and emergency services in New England and the primary teaching affiliate of Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM). BMC is committed to providing accessible health services to all and is the largest safety-net hospital in New England. It supports Boston’s Vision 2030 to make Boston the healthiest urban population in the world. Position
Coding Education Specialist Department
Coding & Education, BUMG Schedule
Full Time Position Summary
The Coding Education Specialist is responsible for assisting with the design, development, and delivery of all Coding Quality and Education components for areas supported by Professional Billing. This individual is part of a cross‑functional team including practice leadership, business owners, IT, the professional billing office, revenue cycle teams, and others as needed. They will work closely with these groups to develop, implement, and manage medical record review, communication, and education strategies to achieve desired results. As a strategic department representative, the role requires solid project management skills and a commitment to meeting and exceeding customer expectations. Essential Responsibilities / Duties
Assist with development of strategic coding communication and education plans outlining target audience, training needs, methods, and implementation. Assist with development of coding content‑specific, competency‑based, and operational‑based communication and educational deliverables with business unit resources and technical experts. Create presentations, learning materials, handbooks, and other training materials. Lead training sessions on current billing and coding information in the medical field. Provide mentoring and education to physicians and provide feedback to 3rd party vendors to improve performance. Communicate and advise the Physician Group and Revenue Cycle staff on coding and documentation principles. Manage the delivery of coding training to various groups, including leadership teams and end‑users. Delivery methods may include instructor‑led, train the trainer, virtual classroom, web‑cast, or web‑based methodologies. Maintain coding training materials and respond to coding questions. Perform random chart audits and maintain confidentiality of all company and regulated information. Performs other duties as assigned. Education
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of formal education and experience. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Required
Must be a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS‑P) through AHIMA, or AAPC’s Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential or Certified Professional Coder‑Hospital (CPC‑H). Experience
Three years of experience in E/M and/or surgical coding plus reimbursement activities is required. A clinical background and previous chart abstraction experience is preferred. Knowledge And Skills
Excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Time management and organizational skills; self‑directed. Ability to make quality, independent decisions. Analytical and strong problem‑solving skills. Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines, high volumes, and multiple interruptions. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Ability to listen to others. Competency in the use of computer hardware and software systems. Excellent command of ICD‑10, HCPCS, and CPT coding conventions, and E&M coding; knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology. Equal Opportunity
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or extensions of offers via text messages or social media. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment before employment. Alternatively, you can view additional roles on our site and apply through the official channels.
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