Manager, Inpatient Coding

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the systems and operations to ensure the efficient coding of inpatient medical record data.

• Supervise ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS code assignments for inpatient and rehabilitation prospective payment systems.

• Manage computerized medical record systems, including IHIS and 3M Encoder.

• Act as the liaison and coordinator for special projects related to medical record coding.

• Provide training for coders and assess their performance to ensure coding accuracy and compliance.

• Establish daily priorities and track accounts that remain uncoded.

• Educate and assist coding specialists in the assignment of diagnosis and procedure codes.

• Identify MS-DRG and APR-DRG classifications for billing and statistical needs.

• Evaluate performance for adherence to policies, procedures, and billing regulations.

• Collaborate with Department Administration, Department Managers, medical staff, and clinical operations.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least five (5) years of progressive experience in hospital-based coding, specifically in inpatient facility coding.

• Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Administration or a related field is preferred.

• Must hold credentials as a Registered Health Information Technician, Registered Health Information Administrator, or Certified Coding Specialist from the American Health Information Management Association.

• Proficient in computer-assisted coding, coding automation, and revenue cycle analytics.

• Experience collaborating with Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI), Revenue Cycle, Patient Financial Services, physicians, and clinical departments.

• Must maintain required competencies, certifications, and compliance training as necessary.

• Successful completion of a background check is mandatory for final candidates.

• A drug screening or physical examination may be required during the post-offer process.

🏝️ Benefits

• Regular position.

• 40 scheduled hours.

• First shift.

• Equal opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.