Coding Compliance Lead & Education Specialist

West Tennessee Healthcare; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

West Tennessee Healthcare is seeking a Coding Manager to coordinate coding compliance functions, educate staff, and lead the coding team in a hospital setting. The role requires leadership and hands-on involvement in audits, education, and process improvement.

The position emphasizes advancing coder expertise, addressing payer denials, and ensuring accurate documentation. Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and CPT-4 is essential.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT-4 coding systems.
• BS or AS degree in Health Information Management or 3–5 years hospital coding experience.
• RHIA/RHIT/CCS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate coding compliance functions and lead coding staff.
• Perform audits of coding specialists to identify education opportunities.
• Assist with external coding audits and review findings for timely completion.
• Provide ongoing education and training for level advancement of coders.
• Assist with payer denials and appeals process.
• Identify documentation opportunities to improve code accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

Auditing

Education & training

PC literacy

Education

BS/Associate in Health Information Management

3–5 years hospital coding experience

RHIA/RHIT/CCS certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Job description

West Tennessee Healthcare is seeking a Coding Manager to coordinate coding compliance functions, educate staff, and lead the coding team in a hospital setting. The role requires leadership and hands-on involvement in audits, education, and process improvement.

The position emphasizes advancing coder expertise, addressing payer denials, and ensuring accurate documentation. Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and CPT-4 is essential.