Supervisor, Medical Coding

Location

Chennai | India

Job description

Job Purpose

The Operations Supervisor, Coding is responsible for the supervision activities and operations of the overall functions of the Coding department and staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Organizes, directs, and monitors daily activities of Coding Associates as it relates to coding edits and denials.
• Distributes workload to team; monitors and reviews performance
• Monitors and analyzes productivity of the coding department employees, completes employee evaluations
• Fields questions from Coding Associates and Auditors as well as clients
• Establishes procedures, prepares and coordinates schedules, and expedites workflow
• Prepares reports and correspondence as needed
• Compiles status and work-volume reports for management
• Interviews, trains, motivates, and rewards Coding department staff.
• Manages disciplinary personnel issues and escalates accordingly
• Possess thorough knowledge of multispecialty coding, including CPT, ICD-10 and HCPCs codes.
• Assists with the implementation of policies and procedures necessary to comply with federal, state, and third-party regulations which govern billing and collection activities for physician services
• Performs Coding Department duties as needed
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management
• Use, protect and disclose patients' protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards

Requirements

Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree (B. A.) or equivalent, two to four years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience

· CPC or CCS Coding certification required from AHIMA or AAPC

· 1-3 years' experience as a Supervisor

· Related training/experience (preferably within the past five years)

· Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and Managed Care guidelines

· Proficiency in the use of Excel Spreadsheets, PowerPoint, and various software programs

· Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

· Strong leadership, independent thinking and decision-making skills

· Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Ability to communicate with all members of the health care team

· Ability to prioritize assignments

Working Conditions

• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to move around the work area; Sit; perform manual tasks; operate tools and other office equipment such as computer, computer peripherals and telephones; extend arms; kneel; talk and hear.
• Mental Demands: The employee must be able to follow directions, collaborate with others, and handle stress.
• Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.

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