Reporting to the Coding Manager, responsible for supervising coding, data abstraction, and associated coding activities. Ensures accurate and timely coding of records according to Official Coding Guidelines, and policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for the day-to-day management of the coding staff to include staffing and work assignments. Monitors time off and attendance reports. Identifies opportunities for bill hold reductions and reduces turnaround time on outstanding accounts. Identifies opportunities for efficiencies, reviews processes, and implements as approved. Ensures DNFC targets are met by mitigating downtime, decreasing holds, and ensuring timely coding TAT.
Manages productivity and quality reports to ensure the coding quality standard is met and includes performance improvement plans when applicable. Identifies training needs for staff; designs, develops, schedules, and implements training activities as needs are identified.
Works with the coding manager to identify and address any missed opportunities regarding revenue, reconciliation of discharge disposition status, and record integrity.
Implements policies and procedures to assure clear and consistent operation of coding areas while meeting departmental and organizational needs. Participates in the implementation of organizational goals, policies, procedures, and budgets. Maintains all assurance and improvement activities for supervised functions.
Participates in all supervisory functions, including interviewing, hiring, training, evaluating, and disciplining for all direct reports. Maintains and updates job descriptions, job standards, and procedures for supervised areas. Completes new hire and annual performance assessments timely.
Promotes positive co-worker relationships through teamwork and collaboration. Understands and supports the needs of individuals in other departments and promotes conflict resolution. Shares information, work knowledge, and experience with the coding staff and applicable team members. Offers assistance and promptly responds to requests
Demonstrates competency in the use of 3M software, including multiple groupers as well as all computer applications in the area of responsibility.
Remains abreast of all developments in the Medical Record field, especially as they apply to coding, reimbursement, and clinical database developments/changes.
Assists in coordination of internal/corporate audits and follow-up on findings.
Assists in coordination of state reporting submission and file validation.
Attends all corporate education sessions

Required:

Thorough knowledge of ICD- 10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and/or CPT/HCPCS coding principles associated with Official Coding Guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Working knowledge of disease processes, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, and knowledge of DRG classification and reimbursement structure.
Analytical abilities are necessary to prepare various reports and records. Interpersonal skills are necessary to interact with all levels of department personnel, other departments, physicians, and individuals from outside the Hospital. Must have an above-average general office and computer skills.
Associates Degree in HIM-related field
RHIT Certification
5+ Years of Coding Experience
6+ months of Leadership Experience

Preferred:

Experience managing large teams and driving process improvement activities at the corporate level in a complex healthcare organization.
Bachelor’s Degree in HIM Related field
RHIA Certification
2+ Years of Leadership Experience

Coding Supervisor

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