Supervisor of Coding-Physician Billing Jobs in Edison at Hackensack Meridian Health

Overview

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The Physician Billing (PB) Supervisor of Coding is responsible for monitoring and supporting the coding team with all coding-related activities, training, and Quality Assurance (QA) of newly onboarded coders for Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH). Monitors Workqueue (WQ) volumes and trends, reporting any issues uncovered directly to the Physician Billing Manager of Coding. Also responsible for accurately abstracting data following the Official International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-10-Clinical Modification (CM), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Guidelines for Coding and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) directives across the HMH network. Performs data entry of required abstracted patient information into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and queries physicians when appropriate.

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a Physician Billing (PB) Supervisor of Coding at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Monitor the status and progress of work and day-to-day coding workflow per established priorities.
• Instruct team members in specific tasks and job techniques and make available written instructions, reference materials, and supplies.
• Give on-the-job training to new coders to provide the individuals with the basic knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the full range of routine and non-routine responsibilities required.
• Provide regular education and educational in-services to new and current coders.
• Train and work closely with professional and administrative staff to assist in the development, maintenance, and usage of ICD and CPT codes to ensure accurate data capture.
• Identify training needs of individuals based on productivity and accuracy reports, rejects from billing, and spot-checks.
• Must train others on the encoder product suite.
• Provide coverage for the Physician Coding Manager as needed and assigned(Meetings, projects, Time/Reporting, Supervisor WQ monitoring, etc.)
• Assign codes for reimbursements, research, and compliance with regulatory requirements utilizing guidelines and coding conventions.
• 1Account for coding and abstracting of patient encounters, including diagnostic and procedural information, significant reportable elements, and complications.
• Analyze medical records and identify documentation deficiencies.
• Review and verify documentation supports existing diagnoses, procedures, and other charges.
• Identify reportable elements, complications, and other quality measures.
• Communicate with physicians to clarify information via the physician query process
• Assign CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes.
• Use knowledge to address National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) and National Coverage Determinations (NCD) / Local Coverage Determinations (LCD) edits.
• Maintain required productivity and quality requirements.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adhere to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Minimum of 7+ years of coding experience, Trauma Level 1, and Academic Teaching facility.
• Minimum of 2+ years of Audit and Education experience.
• Minimum of 5 years prior supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of physiology, medical terms, and anatomy.
• Proficiency in computer skills including typing speed and accuracy.
• Proficient in coding Ancillary Accounts such as Diagnostic Radiology and Cardiology.
• Proficient in coding Emergency Department and Infusion-based services such as Oncology.
• Proficient in coding Observation and Procedure Rooms such as Endoscopies and Cardiac catheterization.
• Proficient in coding all outpatient services, especially Operating Room procedures.
• Ability to work within a team environment that supports peers in meeting goals and deadlines.
• Must be flexible and able to handle multiple tasks.
• Must be able to work under pressure and cope with frequently changing projects and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• An approved American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) coding credential.

Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS).
• Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA).

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!    

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