Inpatient Coding Quality Lead

Huron; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive compensation program

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Wellness programs

Job summary

Huron is seeking an experienced Inpatient (IPDRG) Coding Quality Manager to lead day-to-day coding operations, ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance, and support optimal reimbursement. The role involves supervising auditors, collaborating with HIM and Billing teams, and coordinating with IT on encoder/EHR systems.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in IPDRG coding, 2+ years in leadership, and CCS AHIMA certification. US work authorization is required; travel may be involved.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
• Active CCS AHIMA coding certification is required.
• 5+ years of experience in inpatient (IPDRG) coding; 2+ years in a coding leadership role.
• Experience with Epic, 3M Encoder, or other leading EHR/coding systems.
• Previous experience managing remote coding teams.
• Strong knowledge of DRG assignment, HCCs, NCCI edits, and medical necessity concepts.
• Current permanent U.S. Work Authorization required.
• Experience working with data from various sources.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a partnership role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support coding quality auditing staff (IPDRG), including hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance management.
• Monitor staff productivity, accuracy, and turnaround time for coding completion.
• Ensure timely resolution of coding-related edits and billing holds.
• Conduct coding audits and accuracy reviews to ensure ICD-10 compliance.
• Collaborate with HIM, Revenue Integrity, CDI, Billing and Clinical departments to ensure clean claim generation.
• Coordinate with IT on encoder, EHR, and CAC system optimization.
• Mentor coding quality auditor leads and seniors to support career development.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Coding leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management or related field

CCS AHIMA certification

Tools

Epic

3M Encoder

Job description

Huron is seeking an experienced Inpatient (IPDRG) Coding Quality Manager to lead day-to-day coding operations, ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance, and support optimal reimbursement. The role involves supervising auditors, collaborating with HIM and Billing teams, and coordinating with IT on encoder/EHR systems.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in IPDRG coding, 2+ years in leadership, and CCS AHIMA certification. US work authorization is required; travel may be involved.