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About Akron Children's Hospital

Akron Children's Hospital has been caring for children since 1890, and our pediatric specialties are ranked among the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report. With two hospital campuses, regional health centers and more than 50 primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we're making it easier for today's busy families to find the high-quality care they need. In 2020, our health care system provided more than 1.1 million patient encounters. We also operate neonatal and pediatric units in the hospitals of our regional health care partners. Every year, our Children's Home Care Group nurses provide thousands of in-home visits, and our School Health nurses manage clinic visits for students from preschool through high school. With our Quick Care Online virtual visits and Akron Children's Anywhere app, we're here for families whenever and wherever they need us. Learn more at akronchildrens.org.

OUR PROMISES

1. To treat every child as we would our own
2. To treat others as they would like to be treated
3. To turn no child away for any reason

We are seeking people who are committed to fostering a diverse environment in which patients, family and staff from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed, included and can thrive.

Full - Time: 40 Hours Per Week
1st Shift: 8am - 5pm
Monday - Friday
Remote with onsite requirements as needed
Applicant must reside in Ohio or Pennsylvania at the time of offer

Summary:

The Medical Coding Educator is responsible for training services and support at various levels within the organization in relation to coding and compliance.

Responsibilities:

* Coordinate and conduct training and mentorship of personnel who are new to the Professional Coding department.

* Coordinate and conduct CPT and ICD-10 coding education for new providers.

* Maintain library of clear and accurate Professional Coding Standard Work Instructions (SWI) and oversee the development of new SWI.

* Oversee annual updates and distribution of the Professional Coding E/M manual.

* Produce educational materials (such as PowerPoints and tip sheets).

* Oversee ongoing provider audits and provide follow-up education as needed.

* Collaborate with supervisors on quarterly coder audits and provide follow-up education as needed.

* Understand healthcare policies and developments (including CPT and ICD updates, payor guidelines, denial trends) and strive to ensure coding personnel and materials are current.

* Help prepare professional coding team for updates to Epic and Office365.

* Seek to build successful relationships with others in the organization.

* Provide backup to the analytics coordinator when called upon.

* Assist on other projects as needed.

Other information:

Technical Expertise:

* Proficient in CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10 coding.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office365 Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, OneDrive, SharePoint (or similar products).

* Proficient in Epic Ambulatory and PB Resolute (or similar EHR and revenue cycle systems).

* Able to explain common coding metrics (such as level of service bell curves, most common coding denials, provider audit results and trends).

* Able to multi-task and manage shifting priorities while maintaining attention to detail.

* Able to communicate effectively in person and in writing.

* Able to maintain good working relationships with coders, providers, department administrators, Epic team.

Education and Experience:

* Education: Bachelor's degree is required.

* Certification: AAPC or AHIMA coding certification is required.

* Years of relevant experience: 3 to 5 years is preferred.

* Years of experience supervising: None.

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Akron Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.

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