Estes Park Medical Center

Introduction:

Under general supervision, reviews, analyzes and assures the final diagnoses and procedures as stated by the practicing providers are valid and complete. Accurately codes office and hospital procedures for providers to ensure proper reimbursement.  Provides education to the providers to ensure proper completion of Electronic Health Records and proper assignment of ICD-10-CDM, HCPCS and CPT codes.

Job Description:

• Perform coding work requiring independent judgment with speed and accuracy
• Examining and verifying coding errors through audits
• Required in-services
• Communicating clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
• Confidentiality
• Ability to use the computer
• Ability to work independently to accomplish assigned work in a timely manner
• Ability to communicate with staff and the public, both in person and over the telephone, in a tactful manner and under difficult situations
• Understanding and carrying out verbal and written directions
• Follow Estes Park Medical Center policies and procedures
• Works independently in the absence of supervision Personal Work Relationships:
• Maintain strict Estes Park Medical Center confidentiality
• Works daily with staff, vendors, and public for the purpose of giving and receiving factual information
• Must plan one’s own work such that it is accomplished in the allocated time
• Works in cooperation with other clinic staff and the public

Required Qualifications:

Knowledge of:

• Federal laws and regulations affecting coding requirements
• Principles, practices and methods of current coding certificate required
• Modern office practices, etc.
• Knowledge of billing practices required
• Knowledge of medical records, EHR required
• Extensive knowledge of official coding conventions and rules established by the American Medical Association (AMA), Colorado State Law and the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for assignment of diagnostic and procedural codes.
• Must have good math skills and effective communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Excellent interpersonal skills

Three years’ experience using ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCs or equivalency

Computer competency

Education Qualifications:

High School Diploma

Medical Coding Certificate – RHIT or CPC- certification is required

Compensation/Benefits: Instructions for Resume Submission:

Send resume to hr@epmedcenter.com or visit our website at epmedcenter.com and apply.

Apply Online: http://epmedcenter.com

Children’s Hospital Colorado

Job Description:

Coding Supervisor – Inpatient # 55023

Department: Health Information Management Hours per week: 40, eligible for benefits

Shift: Position is FT and works a rotating schedule per pay period. Week 1 – Days are Monday through Friday off Sunday/Saturday Week 2 – Off Tuesday through Saturday off on Sunday and Monday. 40 hours per week, start/stop times are negotiable.

Children’s Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Founded in 1908, Children’s Colorado is a leading pediatric network entirely devoted to the health and well being of children. Continually recognized as one of the nation’s outstanding hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, Children’s Colorado is known both for its nationally and internationally recognized medical, research and education programs as well as the full spectrum of everyday care for kids throughout Colorado and surrounding states. With more than 1,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric specialties, Children’s Colorado Network of Care includes its main campus, 16 Children’s Care Centers and more than 400 outreach clinics.

A career at Children’s Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child.

Job Description:

The Coding Supervisor – Inpatient provides daily operational management of ambulatory day surgery, observation and IP coders. Internal/External audit coordination, mortality case review, and HAC management. They will also provide supervision to a team of administrative support. The supervisor is responsible for coaching, mentoring, modeling best practices, scheduling, managing Paid Time Off (PTO) and day-to-day performance for direct reports. The supervisor is responsible for monthly audits/scorecards and communicating as appropriate.

Essential Functions

• Recruits, screens and selects applicants for administrative support roles.
• Educates all staff on job processes.
• Ensures proper training of staff by utilizing the resources available within the team.
• Assigns and manages day-to-day work flow for staff.
• Manages, mentors, and supports staff on a daily basis.
• Develops clear goals and objectives for performance management and effectively communicates accountability.
• Creates a culture and atmosphere that will lead to a high level of employee engagement.
• Implements and evaluates strategies to improve employee performance including performance improvement plans and making final determination on terminations of employment.
• Provides and utilizes productivity reports for the department to assess performance of entire team.
• Reviews customer service score cards and work quality with staff (phone call monitoring, customer surveys, and etc.).
• Participates in labor cost and financial component decisions related to day-to-day operations.
• Performs Kronos and other relevant time keeping administration.
• Manages day-to-day administrative operations, including staffing.
• Acts as a working supervisor and remains available to provide coverage for administrative/support staff.
• Establishes and maintains partnerships across the hospital with operational, clinical, faculty/provider leadership.
• Establishes team communication norms and staff rounding.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Education – High School diploma or equivalent.
• RHIT/RHIA, CCS Preferred
• EXPERIENCE – Two years previous relevant experience in a Health Information Management or Revenue Cycle setting.
• 5-7 years of hospital inpatient coding experience is preferred.
• EQUIVALENCY – Bachelors’ degree in Administration, Health Care Administration, Management, Finance, or related field will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Required Credentials:

RHIA

Education Qualifications:

• Minimum Education: High School
• Minimum Experience: 2-5 years

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Apply Online: https://www.childrenscolorado.org/about/careers/