
Trinity Health
People & HR, Operations
Muskegon, MI, USA
Position purpose:
The Coding Supervisor is responsible for providing direct oversight of the coding team. The team is responsible for facilitating proper medical coding for general and specialty surgery procedures, add-on codes and other services alike. The coding supervisor provides guidance and direction to ensure services rendered are coded and charged within expected timeframes. Ensures policies and procedures are followed and effectively and timely addresses barriers as they arise. This is accomplished through written and verbal communications, ongoing monitoring of medical records, productivity and quality measurements by staff members. Emphasis is placed on adherence to Corporate Compliance Program, compliance with insurance carrier standards, optimizing revenues and the avoidance of monetary settlements from third party audits.
Creates a positive, professional, service-oriented work environment for staff. Must be able to work effectively as a member of the Revenue Operations team. Maintains knowledge of and complies with Trinity's standards, policies and procedures. Maintains strict patient and employee confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA guidelines. Serves as a role model by demonstrating exceptional ability and willingness to take on new and additional responsibilities. Embraces new ideas and respects cultural differences. Uses resources efficiently. If applicable, responsible for ongoing professional development – maintains appropriate licensure/certification and continuing education credentials, participates in available learning opportunities.
Minimum qualifications:
Current AAPC certification as CPC or Current AHIMA certification as a CCS. Multiple advanced coding certifications through AAPC preferred.
Three to five years recent coding experience in healthcare. Previous 1-3 years’ supervision/leadership experience required.
Knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding, reimbursement systems, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology/pharmacology, data collection techniques, and federal, state and payor-specific regulations pertaining to documentation and coding.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.