May 27, 2026
Coding Educator
- SSM Health
- Remote
Full Time
(CPC) Certified Professional Coder
(COC) Certified Outpatient Coder
(CCS) Certified Coding Specialist
(RHIT) Registered Health Information Technician
(RHIA) Registered Health Information Administrator
Job Description
Bring your coding expertise to SSM Health in a role where education, quality, and compliance come together. As a Coding Educator, you’ll partner with providers and coders, lead training initiatives, and influence documentation and coding practices that support accuracy, consistency, and revenue integrity across the organization.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Drives optimal clinical and financial outcomes through thorough assessment of provider documentation and coding competency, identification of improvement opportunities. Develops and delivers training and education of all coding processes. Stays abreast of regulatory changes and works with leadership to ensure compliance and revenue integrity.
- Act as subject matter expert for providers and coders while providing guidance and clarification on issues which present in their daily account processing.
- Establishes and coordinates internal quality review processes and corresponding training for providers and coders.
- Evaluates provider documentation for clarity, completeness and consistency to ensure optimal code selection. Provides education to providers on coding guidelines, practices and documentation techniques.
- Performs audits of provider documentation to identify opportunities or risks. Develops provider education based on findings and needs.
- Maintains clear and consistent communication with coding and corporate responsibility around education and directions provided to both providers and coders.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Minimum Experience Required
2-4 years
About SSM Health
SSM Health is a mission-driven health system focused on delivering high-quality, compassionate care. We are committed to innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, providing our employees with opportunities to grow while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.