Lead Medical Coder & Health Info Specialist

Albany Med; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany Medical Center is seeking a skilled lead medical coder to supervise the Health Information Management coding team. You will review CPT and ICD-10 coding, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive accuracy across departments.

You will collaborate with leadership to manage schedules, mentor staff, and implement coding rules. A strong background in professional fee coding and Lean practices is essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required.
• Two years or more prior experience in professional fee coding - required.
• Knowledge of multiple coding specialties. - preferred.
• Working knowledge and experience with provider professional fee coding and charge processing. Complex coding skill set required. Computer experience, Windows environment with proficiency in Word and Excel. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• CPC, CCA, CCS, COC, RHIT, or RHIA - required.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and validate CPT and ICD-10 diagnosis codes and charges to assure compliance.
• Assist Supervisor in daily operations of coding team(s).
• Assume supervisory tasks in absence of Supervisor.
• Perform accurate and compliant coding of CPT and ICD-10 codes.
• Define and submit coding/edit rules to streamline accuracy.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Coding expertise

LEAN management

Education

CPC, CCA, CCS, COC, RHIT, or RHIA - required

High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Albany Medical Center is seeking a skilled lead medical coder to supervise the Health Information Management coding team. You will review CPT and ICD-10 coding, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive accuracy across departments.

You will collaborate with leadership to manage schedules, mentor staff, and implement coding rules. A strong background in professional fee coding and Lean practices is essential for success.