Coding Manager

Responsible for the daily operations, planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling all functions of the Medical Coding program.

Manage and supervise the coding team, providing guidance, support, and training as needed.

Collaborate with department stakeholders to help meet their coding needs.

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

Ability to apply judgment and make informed decisions.

Proven ability to manage a multitude of responsibilities while meeting objectives and working with teams.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Strong leadership skills.

Strong organization and time management skills.

Detail-oriented.

Provides direct supervision over the coding staff to ensure the timeliness and accuracy of coding and data collection activities.

Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Collaborate with other departments to ensure coding accuracy and resolve coding-related issues.

Monitor coding productivity and quality, implementing process improvements as necessary.

Stay up-to-date with coding guidelines, regulations, and industry changes.

Produces clinical data and statistical reports for clinicians, researchers, financial and business planning, and clinical quality support services.

Oversees accurate billing of charges to Medicare, Medicaid, and other third party payers according to insurance regulations and guidelines of each state where business is conducted.

Develops and maintains systems to ensure efficient workflow and compliance to ensure data quality resulting in optimum reimbursement allowable under federal and state payment systems.

Develops, implements and monitors policies, procedures, guidelines, and coding compliance plan for personnel to ensure compliance.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• Free medical insurance for employees under UT SELECT administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.
• Options to add family members via payroll deduction with discounted copays and coinsurance within UT Health Physicians network.
• $50,000 group term life insurance and $50,000 basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance free with options to purchase additional coverage.
• Three dental insurance plan options through Delta Dental Insurance Company (two PPOs, one HMO).
• Vision care benefits through Superior Vision Services with two plan options.
• Disability insurance enrollment available.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for dependent care and out-of-pocket healthcare expenses.
• Retirement plans: Teacher Retirement System (TRS) and Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) with matching contributions.
• Generous paid time off (128 to 208 hours based on years of service), extended illness bank, paid family leave, and 12 paid holidays annually.
• Range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

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