RCM Coding Manager (100% Remote)
Coding Manager
Coding manager is responsible for maintaining and overseeing efficient operation of the coding and charge entry processes in coding. The individual will support coding/charge entry functions, coordinate and support the activities of the coding specialists, and assist clients with coding/charge entry related processes and issues. Additionally, the position supports the company’s overall operations and client services by effectively and efficiently driving the Revenue Cycle Management process and delivering successful outcomes.
Responsibilities
Responsible for supervising the coders and coordinating activities to ensure compliance with all third party and government regulations
Responsible for coding across multiple databases and states
Lead or participate providing feedback and suggestions as needed to represent coding and charge entry issues with internal and external teams
Develop reports and presentations on projects for management
Provide educational materials and trainings to providers and staff
Develops procedures to increase departmental accuracy and efficiency through prompt identification and resolution of routine and complex coding problems
Assesses, evaluates, and addresses daily workload and queues
Analyzes productivity of medical coders
Responsible for identifying trends and issues and communicating to upper management
Responsible for monitoring activities including identifying areas of improvement and plan the implementation of improvement areas.
Function as the initial resource to medical coders regarding all review process questions and/or concerns.
Functions as provider’s liaison and contact/resource person for issues related to coding
Effectively utilize ICD, CPT/HCPCS and related materials to investigate coding issues and produce accurate results
Understand Medicare billing rules (i.e. LCD/NCD, CCI, Medical Necessity, and ABN) and communicate this information to staff, management, and physicians
Serve as a resource to providers and clinical staff on coding questions and documentation requirements/guidelines
Monitor services performed to ensure all encounters are captured coded and billed within appropriate timeframes
Conduct billing audits to ensure the accuracy of the codes assigned
Responsible for reconciling and cleaning up coding for month end
Create competencies for coding staff
Stay abreast of current changes in coding and reimbursement requirements for government programs and other third-party payers
Actively participates in meetings and discussions to provide information to peers to enhance the knowledge and skills of the department
Must adhere to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations
Special projects and other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of previous coding and billing experience in revenue cycle
Minimum of 2 years of supervisory/management experience required
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred
Current coding certification and maintains certification
Strong knowledge of medical terminology
Ability to interpret, analyze and abstract data/documentation
Must have specific knowledge of diagnostic and procedural terminology, ICD and CPT/HCPCS coding systems, and billing compliance rules
Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team-oriented setting
Ability to educate/train others as needed
Thorough understanding of regulatory compliance
Exceptional computer skills and experience with Electronic Health Record
Exceptional organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
Strong ability to uphold organizational values, work with integrity and ethically, inspire the trust of others and treat people with respect
Strong ability to use time efficiently and to prioritize/plan work activities
Strong ability to follow instructions and management directions and complete assigned tasks on time and correctly
Working knowledge of claims submissions (1500 and UB04 forms), and electronic coding software tools.