Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Qualified as the Coding Supervisor candidates are required to possess a credential and be in good standing with accrediting body:
  • Associate degree as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or;
  • Bachelor’s degree as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or;
  • Certified Coding Specialist through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or another approved accredited certifying agency or
  • Certified Professional Coder via American Academy of Professional Coders

Experience

• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience using ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS, CPT and HCPCS in healthcare setting is required.
• Previous leadership experience in coding required.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides daily supervision of coding staff and provides feedback to Department Director.
• Monitors, prioritizes, and manages work volumes and work assignments. Identifies needs and assigns resources to maximize departmental efficiencies and achieve optimal performance.
• Review accounts to ensure that assigned codes meet required legal and insurance rules and that required signatures and authorizations are in place prior to submission.
• Manages Dollars Not Final Billed [DNFB] as it relates to areas of direct responsibility.
• Coordinates updates with 3M software updates.
• Serves as an experienced and well-educated coder that will work towards serving as a department training preceptor and “go-to” individual when others need assistance.
• Completes employee performance reviews as outlined by organizational policies and procedures.
• Supervises audits and reviews DRG/APC denials to determine cause and effect and initiates corrective action where appropriate.
• Participates in or leads hiring, coaching, performance improvement initiatives and disciplinary actions when appropriate.
• Provides exemplary core customer service skills.
• Work effectively and collaboratively with colleagues, physicians, and members of leadership.
• Effectively utilize strong organizational skills.
• Consistently display effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient understanding and use of technology/PC skills required.
• Each employee who participates in the coding, billing or claims submission process, from the initial receipt of a physician order to the receipt of payment for services, shall accurately and honestly perform his/her functions to ensure that accurate claims are submitted, and the organization retains only those funds to which it is legally entitled.