Position Summary:
Reports to the HIM Coding Manager and is responsible for coordinating and directing activities related to coding of individual patient health information for data retrieval, analysis, and claims processing. Assures revenue integrity and quality of coding through supervision of either the professional, hospital inpatient and/or hospital outpatient coding processes. Position is responsible for ensuring these areas meet all the facility required standards for productivity and accuracy. Responsible for monitoring work flows; including measuring and managing performance indicators and key functions in the department to maintain business objectives. HIM Coding Supervisors assists HIM Coding Managers with budget preparation, staffing decisions, development and implantation of strategic goals for the coding areas. Assists in preparing a variety of recurring reports, and special projects and other duties as assigned. Provides daily staff supervision and scheduling to ensure the effective and efficient operations of the department while promoting customer satisfaction. Serves as an expert coder and the knowledge base for questions related to inpatient, professional or hospital outpatient coding. Responsible for maintaining the daily coding work flow to minimize coding backlogs.
Qualifications:
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Associate's Degree in Healthcare or related field
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Registered Health Information Admin (AHIMA) upon hire or Registered Health Information Tech (AHIMA) upon hire or Certified Coding Specialist (AHIMA) upon hire or Certified Coding Specialist Physician Based upon hire or Certified Professional Coder (AAPC) upon hire or Certified Inpatient Coder (AAPC) upon hire or Certified Outpatient Coder (AAPC) upon hire.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Three (3) years coding/health information experience.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Thorough understanding of hospital inpatient and outpatient coding or physician professional fee coding and related software applications such as APC groupers and encoders. Knowledge of federal requirements for coding. Interpersonal skills and ability to work with staff and providers from a variety of departments. Is able to work independently, flexible and adapts well to changes. Demonstrates initiative, independently taking proactive steps toward problem resolution. Able to gather facts and assess all perspectives in order to influence positive outcomes. Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and others as required.
Essential Functions:
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