Supervisor, PB Surgical Coding

Nevada System of Higher Education

110d • $32 - $48

About The Position

The Supervisor, Medical Coding, is responsible for overseeing the medical coding team, ensuring accurate code assignments, adherence to coding guidelines, and compliance with regulatory requirements. This position plays a pivotal role in maintaining financial accuracy and integrity within the hospital.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Health Administration or Information Technology Required
• 5+ Years of medical coding experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) Required
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Required

Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide leadership to a team of medical coders, offering guidance, training, and support to ensure high-quality code assignments.
• Oversee and review diagnostic (ICD-10-CM) and procedural (CPT) codes assigned to medical records, validating their accuracy and adherence to coding guidelines.
• Conduct internal coding audits to monitor coding accuracy and consistency, providing feedback and guidance to coding staff.
• Collaborate with clinical staff, physicians, and clinical documentation specialists to ensure accurate coding and identify opportunities for documentation improvement.
• Stay current with coding guidelines, conventions, and regulatory changes, and disseminate information to the coding team.
• Ensure coding practices comply with federal, state, and local healthcare regulations and standards, including HIPAA.
• Generate coding reports, analyze coding data, and provide insights into coding accuracy, trends, and process improvement opportunities.
• Provide ongoing training and development opportunities for coding staff, ensuring they stay updated on best practices and regulations.
• Collaborate closely with clinical staff, health information management, and other departments to streamline the flow of coding-related information.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and security of patient data, complying with HIPAA and other privacy regulations.

Benefits

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking at designated locations
• Wellness Program
• Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree