Supervisor, Coding Provider Practice – Gen Surg, Plastics, Wound

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Dakota, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Lead the coding team in accurately and promptly assigning codes to medical records.

• Enhance reimbursement processes, data collection, and statistical reporting.

• Provide coding guidance, education, and reviews to identify effective reimbursement strategies and ensure compliance.

• Collaborate with physicians to offer feedback, training, and education on proper documentation.

• Report analyzed coding data findings, discrepancies, and variances to upper management and executives.

• Validate potential missed professional revenue and charges through reports.

• Confirm charges reflected on billing statements.

• Assist in developing templates and researching new coding guidelines.

• Disseminate new coding guidelines among staff and ensure comprehension of service and revenue routing.

• Review payer audits and stay updated on payer bulletins.

• Address patient concerns regarding charges related to received services.

• Contribute to the pricing of services and monitor and analyze reimbursement-related issues.

• Oversee ancillary coding services and inform clinics/providers about updates to charges and codes.

• Carry out other responsibilities as assigned by the manager and/or director.

⛳️ Requirements

• An associate degree in Health Information Technology or a certification in Coding is mandatory.

• Certification as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist-Physician based (CCS-P), CCS Healthcare (CCS-H), or Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) is required.

• Comprehensive knowledge of diagnostic and procedural terminology.

• Preferred background includes successful coursework from an accredited institution in ICD diagnosis, CPT, HCPCS coding schemes, medical terminology, or human anatomy/physiology.

• A minimum of three years of experience in coding for professional charges is preferred.

• Experience with Medicare and other third-party payors is preferred.

• Proficient understanding of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.

• Strong computer skills with the ability to interpret, analyze, and abstract data/documentation.

• Familiarity with coding schemes, prospective payment systems, insurance policies, and drug/pharmacy-related coding rules and documentation processes.

• Awareness of clinical practices and technology.

• Strong leadership abilities, excellent communication skills, and the capacity to train and inspire others.

• Capability to assist with personnel training, employee issues/behaviors, hiring, and termination processes.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and compensation package.

• Opportunities for professional development and continued education.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.

• Paid time off and flexible work schedules.

• Supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.