Supervisor, Medical Records Coding

Job Summary:

Supervises and participates in the daily workflow of Medical Records Coding, ensuring that coding, release of information and quality control are performed in compliance with federal, state, local, and institutional regulations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.

2. Strong analytical and project management skills.

3. Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

4. Ability to conduct and interpret quantitative/qualitative analysis and multi-task.

5. Dependable, self-directed with excellent critical thinking, problem-solving and deductive reasoning skills.

6. Ability to work with senior management, physicians, and medical staff with various levels of education and experience.

7. Working knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding principles, governmental regulations, protocols and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.

8. Able to maintain strict confidentiality.

9. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Job Duties:

1. Recommends policies and procedures to maintain and improve the quality and productivity of the work unit.

1. Monitors department coding productivity and accuracy standards and produces productivity and quality reports for leadership.

1. Conducts the quality review of inpatient and outpatient coding; participates in root cause analysis of coding related denials.

1. Interprets clinical data using working knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease process and medical terminology.

1. Provides support and guidance to staff with coding-related charge edits.

1. Works queues and account resolutions; responds to coding-related questions from patients, providers, and clinical departments.

1. Reviews, interprets, and assigns diagnostic and procedural codes based upon medical record documentation and coding principles.

1. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Education:

High school diploma or GED is required.

Experience:

Eight (8) years of experience in medical record abstraction and coding is required.

Additional Licenses and Certifications:

Accreditation from a professional coding organization, such as Certification by the American Health Information Management (AHIMA) and American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) is required.