What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager of Coding and Clinical Documentation Integrity position at Redlands Community Hospital?
Reporting to the Director of Health Information Management, the HIM Manager oversees, leads, manages, and monitors performance of coding operations, document imaging, record analysis/completion, and release of medical information, using independent judgment. The HIM Manager is responsible for maintaining the integrity, timeliness and accuracy of coded clinical data, ensuring assuring compliance with state and federal coding regulations and standards.
*Ability to meet all job & physical requirements as outlined in job description or as agreed through a work place accommodation.
EDUCATION/TRAINING/ EXPERIENCE:
1. Associate Degree required or Baccalaureate Degree preferred in health information, health informatics, or related healthcare field.
2. Two years of current coding management experience at an acute care hospital setting required.
3. Minimum of three years coding experience in acute care hospital setting required
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:
1. Current active AHIMA (CCS) Certified Coding Specialist credential required.
2. AHIMA RHIT or RHIA certification within two years of hire required.