Supervisor /Team Leader - Coding

Job Description

Customer Obsession - Consistently provide exceptional experience for our clients, patients, and colleagues by understanding their needs and exceeding their expectations. Embracing New Ideas - Continuously innovate by embracing emerging technology and fostering a culture of creativity and experimentation. Striving for Excellence - Execute at a high level by demonstrating our Best in KLAS Ensemble Difference Principles and consistently delivering outstanding results. The supervisor is responsible for the staffing, organizing and directing of coding activities within a given facility under the direction of the market Coding Manager. They will coach (SMART Responsibilities where applicable), develop, complete timely performance evaluations and discipline those staff members under their responsibility as needed. Assists with the creation and delivery of educational presentations/material related to coding. Monitors progress and achievement of coding goals and objectives and reports such information in a timely manner as requested by leadership. Monitors workflow, productivity and quality of coding and abstracting functions per system guidelines. Performs routine audits of work performed by all staff members. Maintains knowledge of all federal and state rules and associated coding guidelines. Assists in the development of policies and procedures and monitors staff compliance with policy and procedures. Acts as site resource person for coding related questions, to include assisting members of the medical staff and members of the management team. Completes staff schedules and timecards according to Company policy. Holds staff accountable for compliance with paid time off, (PTO) policies. Acts as a technical resource and assists with resolution of technical issues and/or works with appropriate staff/department to rectify technical issues impeding the functions of the coding team. If workload demands, accurately assigns codes to any medical record in conformance with American Hospital Association, (AHA) coding guidelines and/or financial payer requirements. Assigns appropriate modifiers and present on admission, (POA) indicators as necessary. Assigns appropriate Diagnosis Related Group, (DRG) to reflect the documentation within the medical record. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Associates may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). 5 -8 years of experience with at least 3 years of coding experience in an acute care setting to include inpatients, outpatients, and emergency department records or provider coding. Knowledge of Clinical documentation and query process Knowledge of medical record content to include electronic medical records, (EMRs.) Solid understanding of coding compliance, DRG/APC grouping, and insurance rules. Experience with EHR/EMR systems (Epic, Cerner, Athena). Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills is critical for the success of this role. Interested candidate share resume to suganya.mohan@yitrobc.net