Illinois Licensed Coding Educator

Job Summary

To enhance coding education and compliance, the full-time Illinois Licensed Coding Educator will develop and coordinate educational programs, assess provider documentation, and serve as a liaison for coding inquiries, all while working remotely.

Key responsibilities

• Develops and delivers training on coding processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory changes
• Acts as a subject matter expert, providing guidance to providers and coders on documentation and coding issues
• Evaluates provider documentation for clarity and completeness, conducting audits to identify improvement opportunities

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Three years of relevant experience in coding education or healthcare
• Certification as a Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS-P), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)