Serves as the lead responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and coordinating coding work assignments. Performs ongoing audits of select inpatient and outpatient accounts and provides training to support optimal reimbursement and hospital coding compliance.
Ensures accurate and appropriate information is documented, coded, and entered into systems to meet departmental, hospital, and outside agency requirements. Supports reimbursement, verification, compliance, and charging processes in alignment with coding guidelines and regulatory requirements. Responsible for obtaining accurate and complete documentation in the medical record for correct coding assignment, severity of illness, and risk of mortality.
• High school diploma or equivalent • Current HIM/Coding certification through AHIMA or AAPC • 4 years of medical coding experience • Preferred: Associate degree in Health Information Management • Strong knowledge of healthcare compliance, revenue cycle operations, and auditing techniques • Ability to mentor, educate, and train others • Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology • Proficiency with office software, medical record systems, and billing systems
Location
N/A
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Senior
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
1 week ago