A Physician (Other) diagnoses and treats illness and injuries in patients. May specialize in working with a particular group of people (such as children), or a particular area of health care and treatment (such as cardiology, oncology, surgery, radiology or anesthesiology). Works from a private practice or within a hospital or larger healthcare facility.
The Supervisor, Physician Education oversees the development and delivery of provider documentation education to support accurate, compliant Diagnosis and Evaluation & Management (E/M) code assignment across Trinity Health. This role monitors documentation quality, identifies trends that impact coding accuracy, and partners closely with providers and operational leadership to strengthen clinical documentation practices. Working in a highly collaborative, provider-facing environment, the supervisor supports timely documentation review and adherence to federal and payer-specific guidelines. Through structured education, clear communication, and consistent oversight, this position enhances coding accuracy, supports revenue cycle performance, and promotes transparent, standardized documentation practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinate and supervise the provider documentation education program, ensuring that training materials and educational sessions support compliant coding and accurate clinical documentation. Review provider documentation and coded encounters, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement to maintain high levels of coding accuracy and regulatory compliance. Provide direct feedback, coaching, and education to providers on documentation requirements, practice patterns, and guideline updates affecting Diagnosis and E/M code assignment. Collaborate with revenue cycle, compliance, and operational leaders to resolve documentation issues, support process improvements, and maintain alignment with federal guidelines. Maintain documentation metrics, track provider performance, and prepare reports that support continuous improvement and organizational accountability. Support onboarding and ongoing competency development for providers related to documentation standards, coding accuracy, and regulatory changes.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
Certification as a Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Evaluation and Management Coder (CEMC) from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), or Certification as a Clinical Coding Specialist Physician (CCSP) through American Health Information Management Association.
Educational Requirements:
Associate's or bachelor's degree in health related field preferred.
Experience Requirements:
Minimum 5 years of coding Previous supervisory experience preferred
Special Skills or Training Requirements:
N/A Physical Requirements:
The Supervisor, Physician Education works primarily in an office and clinical setting with prolonged periods of sitting, computer work, and provider interaction. Occasional walking between clinical locations and meeting spaces is required. Adequate vision, hearing, and manual dexterity are essential for reviewing documentation, analyzing data, and preparing educational materials.
Environmental Requirements:
Work is performed in a professional healthcare environment with regular interaction across clinical departments, administrative offices, and provider work areas. The position requires adherence to privacy standards, data security protocols, and organizational policies. Frequent deadlines, shifting priorities, and a high level of accuracy are expected, along with the ability to communicate effectively in fast-paced or high-volume settings.
