Medical Records Coding Manager supervises and trains a team of medical coders to ensure medical records are coded with accuracy and completeness. Ensures medical records coding operations follow the latest guidelines and compliance standards. Being a Medical Records Coding Manager maintains required documentation and confidentiality of patient records. Implements processes for coding operations that support the needs of other healthcare partners. Additionally, Medical Records Coding Manager develops and maintains up-to-date knowledge of the latest ICD and CPT coding versions and ensures coders receive updates and training on classification or guideline changes. Is a certified medical coder and the exact type of coding certification may vary based on the clinical setting or a medical specialty focus. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, a related field, or equivalent. Depending on the setting typically requires the Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification. May additionally have the Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Medical Records Coding Manager supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. To be a Medical Records Coding Manager typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Work Status Details: REGULAR FULL TIME | 80.00 Hours Every Two Weeks
Pay Rate Type: Annual Salary
Listed is the base hiring salary range offered for this position. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to skills and experience. The salary range listed is just one component of the total rewards/compensation package offered to candidates.
Min = $68,188.291
Mid = $88,644.778
Summary:
The Coding Manager controls the coding working flow on either the HB or PB side of Epic; Assists Coder I’s and Coder II’s in the correct selection of ICD-10-CM and CPT codes to ensure timely and accurate coding of patient accounts; Ensures Coder I’s and Coder II’s have access and understand the use of Epic, 3M, and Encoder ProPlus; Ensures that Physicians, Physician Coder Liaison, and PFS understand E/M audits and charge capture issues; Maintains coding competency to perform accurate coding and billing; Monitoring and reporting of HIM Coding team goals.
Responsibilities:
Monitors and reports on key coding metrics, to include Coding Days in HB.
Educates coders, physicians, and PFS on coding issues to ensure correct and compliant payment.
Ensures standardization of coding processes across all established work queues.
Participates and assists IT with new work queue set up as new providers are on boarded.
Manages coders and workloads between YRMC coders and vendor coders.
Codes and bills patient accounts in HB work queues as the need arises.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirement:
Other information:
REQUIRED: 5 years related; 1 years supervisory experience
Why Yuma Regional Medical Center?
Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) is located in Yuma, AZ. Our purpose is building a healthier tomorrow. We strive by putting patients first as they are the center of every decision and action we take. YRMC is rooted in the community by living and breathing the dynamic nature of our region. Being committed to progress by constantly and consistently advancing healthcare, creating meaningful experiences and improving the lives of everyone around us.
Our Values
Bring Kindness | Achieve Together | Aspire For Better | Do The Right Thing | Lead With Optimism |
About Yuma, AZ
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Yuma is centrally located in Southwest Arizona, within a short drive to many popular attractions and destinations.
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