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Coding Manager
USA, USA · HealthcareCurrently seeking a Coding Manager with for a great opportunity in the California area. The ideal candidate will be a Certified Coding Specialist, possess 2+ years management experience and have inpatient coding experience.
Responsibilities of the Coding Manager
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Assure that coding and abstracting of all discharged patient types are completed within specified time frame.
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Control staffing and productivity requirements to ensure that all coding responsibilities and goals are met.
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Assure that the A130 is reviewed daily and reconciled.
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Manager will select, train and mentor high quality employees, promote positive working relationships, assist in the evaluation of the coding program.
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Ensure Kronos is updated daily to reflect accurate productivity.
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Assure that the coding staff has 95% accuracy rate of assigning ICD-10-CM and CPT codes.
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Assure that a 95% accuracy rate in DRG assignment per HCFA guidelines are assigned by the coding staff.
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Chart to be rechecked after the physician completes them to assure the codes match the final diagnoses.
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All discrepancies are to be resolved with the physician and coder and rebilled if there is a payment difference.
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Provide regular feedback to each employee on an ongoing basis and during the annual evaluation period.
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Provide statistics for the monthly HOT report with 95% accuracy and within 3 business days of month end close.
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Responsible for tracking daily attendance, vacation and sick days.
Requirements of the Coding Manager
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RHIT or RHIA preferred and CCS required
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Must keep CE credits current
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Inpatient Coding Experience Required
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2+ years Hospital Experience Required
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2+ years Manager Experience Required
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Knowledge of all Coding computer systems to include HPF and Cerner systems.
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Advanced knowledge of all coding guidelines as well as company coding P&P's.