Job Description

Job Title: Coding Manager – Inpatient Medical Coding

Location: Remote or Onsite (as per business requirements)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Director – Medical Coding

Job Summary

We are seeking a certified and experienced Coding Manager to lead our Inpatient Medical Coding team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in inpatient coding, proven leadership capabilities, and a commitment to compliance and quality. This role offers flexibility to work remotely or onsite, based on organizational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of inpatient medical coders, ensuring accurate and timely coding of medical records.
• Monitor coding quality and productivity, implementing corrective actions and training as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable coding guidelines, regulations, and standards (e.g., CMS, ICD-10-CM, PCS).
• Collaborate with clinical documentation improvement (CDI) teams to optimize coding accuracy and reimbursement.
• Conduct regular audits and reviews to maintain high standards of coding integrity.
• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for coding staff.
• Stay current with industry changes, regulatory updates, and best practices in inpatient coding.
• Support operational goals and contribute to strategic initiatives within the medical coding department.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in Inpatient Medical Coding, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Certification Required: CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) or RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician).
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, DRG assignment, and inpatient reimbursement methodologies.
• Experience in a hospital setup is preferred.
• Proven ability to manage remote teams and adapt to hybrid work environments.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in coding software and electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Epic, 3M, or similar coding platforms.
• Familiarity with data analytics and reporting tools.
• Background in healthcare compliance and audit processes.

Benefits including but not limited to: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, Paid Time Off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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