Outpatient Medical Coding Trainer

Sierra7 is seeking an experienced Part-Time Medical Coding Trainer - Outpatient to develop, deliver, and maintain high-quality training programs for VA medical coders and providers.The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of VHA coding standards, compliance requirements, and industry best practices, with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, practical instruction.

The role requires adaptability to business demands, which may require working outside standard hours This position is fully Remote Position Responsibilities/Duties: Design and deliver comprehensive training programs on ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and other coding systems.Applies comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, disease processes, treatment modalities, diagnostic tests, medications, procedures as well as the principles and practices of health services and the organizational structure to ensure proper code selection.Reviews clinical documentation and provides education to clinical staff on both inpatient and outpatient episodes of care including admissions and discharges, observation, emergency department/urgent care, and clinic visits.Utilize identified trends to develop training materials, including presentations and e-learning modules.Adheres to accepted coding practices, guidelines, and conventions when verifying the most appropriate diagnosis, operation, or procedure code to ensure ethical, accurate, and complete coding.

Monitors ever-changing regulatory and policy requirements affecting coded information for the full spectrum of services provided by the VAMCCollaborate with leadership to identify skill gaps and create customized training plans.Serve as a resource for coding questions and provide guidance on complex cases.