HIM Coding Supervisor

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Health Systems in Pittsfield, MA seeks an HIM Coding Supervisor to oversee coding and abstracting for inpatient and outpatient services. Under the direction of the HIM Manager/Director, you will collaborate with the HIM trainer and auditor for training and auditing activities.

On-site supervision includes both on-site and remote coding staff. The ideal candidate has 5 years of inpatient/outpatient coding experience and at least 2 years in leadership, with CCS/CPC/COC credentials.

Qualifications

• 5 years of outpatient or inpatient coding experience is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory/leadership experience preferred.
• Requires strong computer skills and knowledge of coding classification systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee coding and abstracting functions across inpatient and outpatient services.
• Collaborate with the HIM Manager/Director, HIM trainer and HIM auditor for training and auditing activities.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Coding expertise

Interpersonal skills

Analytical abilities

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Associates or Bachelors preferred

Tools

ICD-10-CM

CPT-4

Job description

• The HIM coding supervisor is responsible for supervising the coding and abstracting functions within the Health Information Management Dept including provider office, hospital clinic, and hospital outpatient and inpatient services. Under the direction of the HIM Manager/Director the coding supervisor will work collaboratively with the HIM trainer and HIM auditor for all training and auditing activities. Works on site supervising both on-site and remote coding staff.
• POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)
• Experience:
• 5 years of outpatient or inpatient coding experience is required, with a minimum of 2 years of supervisory/ leadership experience preferred. Successful candidate will be required to have strong computer skills.
• Education and Training:
• Education required to qualify for required credential. Associates or Bachelors preferred.
• License, Certification & Registration:
• CCS/CPC/COC - Certified Coding Specialist, Professional Coder or Outpatient Coder
• Other Requirements:
• The ability to supervise and lead. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of coding classification systems such as ICD-10-CM, CPT 4 and applicable regulatory requirements for outpatient and inpatient coding as required. Demonstrated ability to interact with physicians and other health professionals required. Analytical skills necessary to clinically assess medical records and documentation requirements. Analytical skills to reach appropriate decisions/outcomes required. Demonstrated ability to deal appropriately with confidential information. Proven ability to work independently; detail oriented, ability to focus on task. Ability to compile, analyze, and interrupt data to make operational decisions and recommendations. Works collaboratively with other revenue cycle management.