Coding and Charging Supervisor

Mercy Co; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Coding and Charging Supervisor to support the Coding Manager in daily coding activities, productivity monitoring, scheduling, and review of edits and charges. The role oversees the coding lead and coders, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and Mercy service standards.

Ideal candidates will have RN, RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CPC, COC, CIRCC credentials or equivalent, with advanced knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS.

Qualifications

• Must have extensive ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS knowledge.
• Experience with MS-DRG, APC, RVU methodologies.
• Strong communication and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee coding lead and coders; monitor productivity and scheduling.
• Review coding edits/charges and follow up on failed claims.
• Provide training, education, and research to ensure compliance.

Skills

ICD-10-CM/PCS coding

HCPCS/CPT coding

MS-DRG/APC/RVUs knowledge

Anatomy & Physiology

Written & verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma

AS in Nursing or Health Information Management

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree

Tools

3M Encoder

Epic

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

This position serves as Coding and Charging Supervisor and supports the Coding Manager in daily coding activities including productivity monitoring, scheduling, coding edit/charge review, failed claims/follow-up resolution, training, education, research, etc. Works with Coding Manager to ensure that coding meets all regulatory and compliance guidelines. Additionally, the Coding Supervisor will oversee the coding lead and coders. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

• Education: High School Diploma, A.S. from an accredited Nursing or Health Information Management program or associated healthcare discipline or commensurate clinical experience.
• Experience: At least 3 years of coding and/or charging experience in ICD-10-CM/PCS diagnoses/procedure coding and/or HCPCS/CPT procedure coding in an acute care or professional service. Working knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology, MS-DRG, APC, or MPFS/RVU payment and facility charging methodologies.
• Certification/Registration: Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), or Certified Radiology Cardiovascular Coding (CIRCC). If charge/clinical experience is met, one of the coding certifications must be met or completed within 6 months of employment or transfer.
• Other skills & knowledge: Significantly advanced working knowledge and a high level of experience with the ICD-10 CM/PCS and/or CPT/HCPCS coding classification systems, facility department charging, MSDRG's, APC's, MPFS/RVUs, POA's, HACs; dependent upon whether an Inpatient, Outpatient, or Professional Services coder. Advanced knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, and/or pharmacology. Excellent written/oral communication skills, flexibility, as well as the ability to multi-task.
• Preferred Education: B.S. from an accredited Nursing or Health Information Management program or associated healthcare discipline.
• Preferred Experience: 5 or more years of recent clinical, coding/charging or consulting experience in inpatient/outpatient acute care hospital setting and/or professional services.
• Preferred: Other skills & knowledge: 3M encoder and Epic system familiarity preferred.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.