Coding Manager

About Us Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Our Core Values are We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart. We never settle by constantly striving for better. We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve. We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience. Benefits Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include: Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level. Job Summary The Manager of Coding manages operations, functions, workflow, services, staff, and expenses for coding in service lines or patient classes. This position works with department leadership on goals, targets, policies, procedures, projects, and the annual budget. Essential Functions of the Role Plans, organizes, develops, staffs, and manages coding for Health Information Management or Risk Management. Assumes responsibility for the department when the Director is absent, as requested. Monitors staff's compliance with production and quality standards, and takes appropriate action when standards are not met. Ensures staff perform timely follow-up on audit findings and ensuing coding corrections or rebuttals. Ensures areas of responsibility comply with CMS, Medical Staff Rules and Regulations, Bylaws, and other regulatory agencies. Manages, trains, measures, and monitors personnel performance according to policies. Performs annual appraisals for direct reports. Participates in staff recruitment and hiring. Reviews daily operations, including work assignments and problem-solving. Works closely with staff to maximize efficiency. Partners with leadership on finance-related goals and duties. Monitors budgets for areas of responsibility. Promotes cost-effectiveness within budgetary guidelines. Ensures monthly budget variance reporting. Works with department leadership to set goals and targets, including meeting billing work in progress (WIP) goals. Works toward developing, documenting, implementing, and evaluating policies and procedures. Manages quality assessment and improvement services for areas of responsibility. Maintains and tracks quality and productivity standards. Reports issues to department leadership. Serves as a subject matter expert and answers coding-related questions. These questions help drive processes, policies, and procedures. Interfaces with other committees, groups, and staff. Promotes effective departmental communication. Conducts regular team meetings and staff rounding. Participates in hospital, clinic, health plan, and medical staff committee meetings as needed. Key Success Factors Expertise in ICD 9 or ICD-10 diagnosis and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding. Critical thinking skills to review documentation and apply coding and documentation guidelines. Exceptional management skills to manage a diverse group of employees, including those that work remotely. Outstanding communication skills to keep others well informed and encourages open dialogue. Flexibility and adaptability while also balancing requirements and regulatory and accreditation guidelines that are non-negotiable. Ability to manage and perform in a team environment. Seeks the win-win situation and builds relationships. Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification EXPERIENCE - 5 Years of Experience CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION Must have one of the following: CCS - Cert Coding Specialist CCS-P - Cert Coding Specialist-Physician Based CPC - Cert Coding Specialist RHIT - Reg Health Information Tech RHIA - Reg Health Information Admin Cert ICD-10-CM/PCS Trainer