HIM Manager/Coder

Ernest Health, Inc.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision and Drug Plan

Job summary

North Texas Rehabilitation Institute seeks a HIM Manager/Coder to lead coding operations and support the revenue cycle. You will code charts promptly per ICD-10 guidelines and collaborate with clinicians to ensure accurate documentation.

The role includes supervising HIM staff, improving reimbursement processes, and providing expert guidance across the hospital’s health information services. Leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of ICD-10 coding guidelines.
• Experience in inpatient or outpatient coding is preferred.
• Certifications: CPC, CCS, CIC, RHIT or RHIA through AHIMA or AAPC.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in coding and classification systems to healthcare providers.
• Drive improvements of reimbursement and the revenue cycle.
• Code charts timely according to ICD-10 and coding guidelines.
• Support Health Information Services with clerical, technical, and related tasks.
• Supervise and evaluate HIM department personnel.

Skills

ICD-10 coding

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

CPC

CCS

CIC

RHIT

RHIA

Job description

Overview

North Texas Rehabilitation Institue

We're looking for a professional with a passion for coding, attention to detail, and with excellent communication skills.

The HIM Manager/Coder is part of the hospital’s leadership team, working closely with CEO and Clinical Director’s.

Successful candidates will enjoy working both independently and collaborating with a team of clinical professionals.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Provide expertise in the areas of coding and classification systems to healthcare providers throughout our hospital, and help drive improvements of reimbursement, and the revenue cycle.
2. Responsible for timely coding charts in accordance with the current principles of ICD-10 and AHA coding guidelines.
3. Supports the Health Information Services Department through a variety of clerical, technical, and related support services.
4. Performs other daily duties within the Health Information Management Services department as assigned.
5. Supervises and evaluates the performance of HIM department personnel.

Requirements:

1. Minimum of 2 years of inpatient or outpatient coding experience preferred.
2. Strong knowledge of ICD-10 coding guidelines
3. CPC, CCS, CIC, RHIT, or RHIA certification via AHIMA or AAPC

Why should you apply?

1. Challenging and rewarding work environment
2. Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
3. Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
4. 401(K)
5. HIM Bonus plan
6. Wellness program with quarterly wellness challenges and participation incentives