Lead Coding Specialist

Atlantic Health System•Morristown, NJ

11d

About The Position

This will be a lead IP/OP coder responsible for assisting with the day-to-day oversight of coding staff, which may include establishing staff schedules and deployment, review employee time records and providing feedback to supervisor/coordinator on coder performance. Responsible for monitoring coding work queues, including deployment of coders to areas of greatest need. Reviews and reconciles reports, provides coding training within the Coding Department and performing research on coding issues.

Responsibilities

Utilizes Coding Compliance software to identify charts for review on a daily basis.
Responsible for maintaining up to date knowledge of coding guidelines as they relate to professional services.
Works with Supervisor to help educate new staff members on coding practices and procedures.
Reads and interprets medical record documentation to determine the appropriate ICD-10-CM/PCS diagnosis and procedure codes necessary to calculate a DRG for the purpose of hospital reimbursement.
Reviews charts and gives feedback to coders regarding areas of discrepancy.
Attends and assists with Performance Improvement initiatives when needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
Life & AD&D Insurance.
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
PTO & Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
Backup and On-Site Childcare
Well-Being Rewards
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance