Lead Coding Professional

Job Overview

This is a clinical coding position for an experienced coding lead performs complex coding and is a resource for complex coding questions. Coding leads analyze clinical documentation; assign appropriate diagnosis, procedure, and, in some cases, level of service codes for complex cases; and abstract the codes and other clinical data. This information is then used to determine reimbursement levels, assess quality of care, study patterns of illness and injuries, compare healthcare data between facilities and between physicians, meet regulatory and payer reporting requirements. Coding leads also resolve clinical documentation and charge capture discrepancies and provide feedback to providers on the quality of their documentation and charging. The coding lead will provide and oversee the training of new and existing staff. Coding leads are responsible for ensuring that the department's coding tip sheets are maintained and kept up to date with coding changes based on ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS Coding guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide/oversee training to new or current staff as directed
• Educate and advise coding staff on the correct use of ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS Coding guidelines
• Monitor and manage work queues to ensure that all work is covered, and monitor for old charges or incorrect routing
• Perform diagnostic and/or procedural coding at an advanced level to ensure proper reimbursement and accurate database information, as necessary and to maintain skills
• Investigate and propose solutions to identified problems or variations in coding practice
• Assist in developing tip sheets and presentation materials routinely. Actively participate in creating, implementing, and presenting improvements to staff and management
• Act as liaison between departments to analyze and coordinate changes in workflow
• Direct coding of charges (40% of the time)

Required Qualifications

• A.A./A.S. in HIM or Certificate in Coding
• 3 years coding-related experience such as coding, abstracting, DRG assignment, data quality

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years coding related experience such as coding, abstracting, APC assignment Data Quality 
• Experience in a variety of specialty coding areas and/or hold multiple credentials
• Registered Health Info Admin (RHIA) or Registered Health Info Tech (RHIT) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Coding Specialist -Professional (CCS-P) or Professional Coder Cert (CPC) or Certified Outpatient Coding (COC) or Other approved certified specialty credential

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link foradditional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status

Salary : $32 - $45