Physician Coding Liaison II – Internal Medicine Atrium Health – REMOTE

About Atrium Health:

Atrium Health is a leading, nationally recognized healthcare organization with a commitment to providing exceptional care to our communities. We are dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and improving the health and well-being of every person we serve. Join our team and be part of a mission-driven organization that values your expertise and dedication.

Position Summary:

Atrium Health is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Physician Coding Liaison to serve as a crucial link between our physicians and coding teams. The Physician Coding Liaison will play a key role in ensuring accurate and compliant medical coding, optimizing revenue cycle performance, and providing education and support to physicians and clinical staff. This position requires a strong understanding of physician coding guidelines, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build effective relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Physician Education and Support:
  • Provide education and training to physicians and clinical staff on coding guidelines, documentation requirements, and regulatory updates (e.g., ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS).
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on coding and documentation best practices.
  • Develop and maintain educational materials and resources.
• Coding Compliance and Accuracy:
  • Review and analyze physician documentation to ensure accurate and compliant coding.
  • Identify and resolve coding discrepancies and documentation deficiencies.
  • Stay abreast of changes in coding regulations and guidelines.
  • Collaborate with coding teams to ensure consistent and accurate coding practices.
• Revenue Cycle Optimization:
  • Identify opportunities to improve coding accuracy and efficiency, leading to optimized revenue cycle performance.
  • Work with revenue cycle teams to resolve coding-related denials and appeals.
  • Monitor key performance indicators related to coding and documentation.
• Communication and Collaboration:
  • Serve as a liaison between physicians, coding teams, and revenue cycle departments.
  • Facilitate effective communication and collaboration to resolve coding-related issues.
  • Participate in meetings and committees as required.
  • Maintain professional relationships with physicians and other staff.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, or a related field preferred.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist-Physician-based (CCS-P), or equivalent certification required.
• Minimum of [Number] years of experience in physician coding and documentation review.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codingguidelines.
• Excellent understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Proficient in using electronic health record (EHR) systems and coding software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to travel to different Atrium Health locations as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a large, integrated healthcare system.
• Experience with denial management and appeals.
• Experience with physician based auditing.

Benefits:

Atrium Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter online at www.atriumhealth.org.

Atrium Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action employer.