Director, PB Coding Operations & Education

BMC Software

3d•$122,000 - $177,000

About The Position

The Director PB Coding Operations and Education functions primarily on providing coding oversight and standards to ensure coding accuracy, compliance and appropriate reimbursement across BUMG, along with managing operational execution of these standards in areas reporting to Revenue Cycle. The Director has responsibility for managing coding operations and overall success of an effective program, including oversight for coding training across BUMG. The Director manages coding staff to ensure compliance with coding guidelines, regulatory agencies and that appropriate reimbursement is received for the level of service rendered. The Director, Professional Coding Operations and Education functions primarily on providing coding oversight and standards to ensure coding accuracy, compliance and appropriate reimbursement across BUMG, along with managing operational execution of these standards in areas reporting to Revenue Cycle. Facilitate accurate representation of professional coding and clinical documentation through interaction with physicians, coders and practice staff by providing ongoing education Direct coding activities to ensure accurate, consistent and compliant coding for all services. Ensure quality reviews to validate coding accuracy. Participate in the rejections, denials and claims review process with billing team to ensure compliance and accurate reimbursement Identify trends in documentation and coding concerns and collaborate with Leadership and Compliance to assess and implement corrective action Evaluate the success of coding processes on an ongoing basis Serves as contact for professional coding across BUMG. Works with Human Resources and department mangers on the selection of qualified candidates for employment following all policies, guidelines and applicable laws Responsible for effective personnel management including training, directing, mentoring and instilling a commitment to quality and excellence Monitors department productivity and performance to identify and evaluate program/department strengths and training opportunities in relation to operative effectiveness Encourage staff and personally advances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, workshops and maintaining knowledge of industry standards and practices. Must adhere to all of BMC’s RESPECT behavioral standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of formal education and experience.
CPC – Certified Professional Coder
Minimum of 10 years related experience in professional coding with ICD-9/ICD-10, E/M and CPT.
Previous management experience required; experience must include education/mentoring/training.
Expertise knowledge of ICD-9/ICD-10, CPT and E&M coding principals and guidelines
Knowledge of MS, AP, and APR DRG systems APG, EAPGs
Knowledge of payer reimbursement methodologies, federal, state and payer specific regulations, policies and compliance standards
Excellent written verbal and communication skills
Excellent critical thinking skills
Excellent skill in providing hands-on education to providers including audit finding and improvement opportunities.
Excellent organizational skills, including ability to multi-task, prioritize essential tasks, follow-through and meet timelines.
Ability to work cooperatively with members of the healthcare delivery team and staff,
Ability to adapt to changes in workload and priorities, responding quickly to urgent requests.
Ability to mentor, guide and motivate direct reports through demonstration of best practices and leading by example.

Responsibilities

Provide coding oversight and standards to ensure coding accuracy, compliance and appropriate reimbursement across BUMG
Manage operational execution of coding standards in areas reporting to Revenue Cycle
Manage coding operations and overall success of an effective program, including oversight for coding training across BUMG
Manage coding staff to ensure compliance with coding guidelines, regulatory agencies and that appropriate reimbursement is received for the level of service rendered
Facilitate accurate representation of professional coding and clinical documentation through interaction with physicians, coders and practice staff by providing ongoing education
Direct coding activities to ensure accurate, consistent and compliant coding for all services
Ensure quality reviews to validate coding accuracy
Participate in the rejections, denials and claims review process with billing team to ensure compliance and accurate reimbursement
Identify trends in documentation and coding concerns and collaborate with Leadership and Compliance to assess and implement corrective action
Evaluate the success of coding processes on an ongoing basis
Serve as contact for professional coding across BUMG
Work with Human Resources and department mangers on the selection of qualified candidates for employment following all policies, guidelines and applicable laws
Responsible for effective personnel management including training, directing, mentoring and instilling a commitment to quality and excellence
Monitor department productivity and performance to identify and evaluate program/department strengths and training opportunities in relation to operative effectiveness
Encourage staff and personally advances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, workshops and maintaining knowledge of industry standards and practices
Adhere to all of BMC’s RESPECT behavioral standards