Hospital Coding Operations Lead

Scrmc; Mississippi; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel, MS is seeking a Coding Supervisor to lead hospital coding operations, ensure accuracy of DRGs, CPT/HCPCS codes, and proper reimbursement while maintaining regulatory compliance.

This role oversees coding staff, manages queues, collaborates with Utilization Review, CDI, Billing, and Compliance, and drives process improvements in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Health Information Management (or equivalent) and/or RHIA, RHIT, or CCS certification required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of coding guidelines, billing rules, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inpatient, outpatient, and physician coding operations.
• Ensure accurate assignment of DRGs, CPT codes, HCPCS codes, and related coding classifications.
• Manage coding work queues and ensure timely completion of coding activities.
• Supervise coding staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, performance monitoring, and disciplinary processes.
• Conduct coding education and training sessions and serve as a resource for coding-related questions.
• Collaborate with the Billing Department to resolve denials, edits, and reimbursement issues.
• Ensure compliance with organizational compliance plans, coding guidelines, and payer requirements.
• Foster a productive, engaged, and collaborative team environment.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance coding efficiency and effectiveness.
• Maintain strong professional relationships with physicians, leadership, and other stakeholders.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Communication

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in Health Information Management

RHIA / RHIT / CCS certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

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CODING SUPERVISOR

Full Time First/Mid-Level Mgrs Laurel, MS, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 2043

Job Title:

Department:

SCH HIM

Employment Status:

Full Time

Job Summary

The Coding Supervisor is responsible for leading and overseeing all hospital coding operations while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of code assignments, proper reimbursement, and regulatory compliance. This position supervises coding staff, monitors quality and productivity, manages revenue cycle indicators, and collaborates with Utilization Review, Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI), Billing, and Compliance teams to support organizational goals and financial performance.

• Oversee all hospital inpatient, outpatient, and physician coding operations.
• Ensure accurate assignment of DRGs, CPT codes, HCPCS codes, and related coding classifications.
• Manage coding work queues and ensure timely completion of coding activities.
• Supervise coding staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, performance monitoring, and disciplinary processes.
• Conduct coding education and training sessions and serve as a resource for coding-related questions.
• Collaborate with the Billing Department to resolve denials, edits, and reimbursement issues.
• Ensure compliance with organizational compliance plans, coding guidelines, and payer requirements.
• Foster a productive, engaged, and collaborative team environment.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance coding efficiency and effectiveness.
• Maintain strong professional relationships with physicians, leadership, and other stakeholders.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Health Information Management (or equivalent combination of education and experience) and/or RHIA, RHIT, or CCS certification required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of coding guidelines, billing rules, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coding supervisory experience in an acute care facility preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership and staff management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.

All candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position. The American with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that reasonable accommodations be made for qualified individuals to help perform the essential functions of the position.

South Central Regional Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.