Supervisor, Coding - Revenue Cycle

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

8h

About The Position

Works under minimal supervision to supervise coding program(s). The Supervisor oversees coding specialists and coding program operations, ensuring accurate and timely coding and abstracting of UTSW accounts. The role supports productivity and quality standards, staff development, appropriate work coverage, and adherence to department and university policies and procedures. Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management or a closely related field, or an associate's degree in Health Information Management or a closely related field, or a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of progressive coding experience with a bachelor's degree, five years with an associate's degree, or seven years with a high school diploma.
• One year of experience in a lead capacity.
• A coding certification or billing/coding diploma may be substituted for one year of experience.
• Ability to communicate and interface effectively with internal and external customers at all levels.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality as appropriate.
• Working knowledge of personal computers and related software, including Epic, Microsoft Word, Excel, and database management.
• Strong analytical ability and judgment in interpreting and applying credentialing data, standards, and regulations.
• Ability to create routine workflow reports for internal and external customers as requested and needed.
• Knowledge of Correct Coding Initiatives (CCI).

Nice To Haves

• Epic electronic health record systems experience.
• 3M coding software experience.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist–Physician (CCS-P), Certified Medical Coder (CMC), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise coding specialists, including hiring, onboarding, performance appraisals, and disciplinary action.
• Coordinate work schedules and tasks to support productivity and cross coverage.
• Ensure consistent annual education, training, and certification of staff members.
• Review, code, and abstract UTSW accounts accurately and on time using ICD-10-CM, HCPCS, and CPT code sets as applicable and according to coding team procedures.
• Perform coding activities in line with productivity and quality standards established by coding leadership.
• Maintain current knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, disease processes, coding guidelines, and teaching physician documentation guidelines; participate in continuing education.
• Understand the various subspecialties providing care at UTSW to support work assignment adjustments and coding coverage.
• Help uphold coding team expectations, customer service standards, professionalism, operating procedures, processes, strategies, and goals.
• Promote a culture of support, continuous learning, and teamwork.
• Follow UTSW and departmental policies and procedures, including the Remote Coding Agreement where applicable.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage.
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare with no copay.
• Paid Time Off, available day one.
• Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
• Paid parental leave benefit.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.
• Healthcare, PTO, paid holidays, and on-site childcare are mentioned as part of the competitive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager