Medical Coding Educator

Job Description - Medical Coding Educator )

Medical Coding Educator

Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, Medical Coding Educator will develop and provide educational programs as they relate to ICD-10 CM and ICD-10 PCS coding for new and existing staff and collaborate with department management in setting goals related to educational activities for all coders.

Duties of a Medical Coding Educator

may include the following, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for evaluating, designing, coordinating and delivering comprehensive training and education for new and existing staff.
• D evelopment of ICD-10-CM and ICD-10 PCS education training for new employees.
• Assess and provide feedback to each coder on their work performed.
• D evelopment of reinforcement training for existing staff in collaboration with department management.
• Provide educational sessions to new and existing staff based on results of each coders performance
• Perform coding audits and validation by reviewing medical records for correct ICD-10-CM and ICD-10 PCS coding. Compile and communicate results of the audits to the appropriate managers.
• Prepare training and presentations on various topics, such as the annual ICD-10 and ICD-10 PCS updates, any other coding updates throughout the year including Quarterly Coding Clinic reviews.
• Research updated coding information, rules, laws and statutes for all payers and government entities. Responsible to keep abreast of and hold extensive knowledge of government regulations related to coding and applicable reimbursement laws and regulations required.
• Ensure the Coding Staff has updated resources on an ongoing basis.
• Provide education to the Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) staff