Supervisor Coding-SDS

Job Description

Role- SDS Supervisor Job Purpose The Supervisor, Coding is responsible for the supervision activities and operations of the overall functions of the Coding department and staff. Duties and Responsibilities Organizes, directs, and monitors daily activities of Coding Associates as it relates to coding edits and denials Distributes workload to team; monitors and reviews performance Monitors and analyzes productivity of the coding department employees, completes employee evaluations Fields questions from Coding Associates and Auditors as well as clients Establishes procedures, prepares and coordinates schedules, and expedites workflow Prepares reports and correspondence as needed Compiles status and work-volume reports for management Interviews, trains, motivates, and rewards Coding department staff Manages disciplinary personnel issues and escalates accordingly Assists with the implementation of policies and procedures necessary to comply with federal, state, and third-party regulations which govern billing and collection activities for physician services Performs Coding Department duties as needed Performs other related duties as assigned by management Use, protect and disclose patients protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards Qualifications Bachelors degree equivalent combination of education and experience CPC or CCS Coding certification required from AHIMA or AAPC 1-3 years’ experience as a Supervisor Possess thorough knowledge of multispecialty coding, including CPT, ICD-10 and HCPCs codes Related training/experience (preferably within the past five years) Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and Managed Care guidelines Proficiency in the use of Excel Spreadsheets, PowerPoint, and various software programs Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills Strong leadership, independent thinking and decision-making skills Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to communicate with all members of the health care team Ability to prioritize assignments