Lead Medical Coder - Senior Coding & QA Expert

Tohono O'odham Nation Health Care; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Tohono O'odham Nation Health Care is seeking a Lead Medical Coder to manage daily coding operations. This position requires expertise in coding guidelines and strong analytical skills. The ideal candidate will assist medical staff in ensuring accurate code assignments and documentation practices.

The role involves verifying compliance with federal regulations and preparing data for billing processes. Candidates must have a high school diploma and substantial medical coding experience with the necessary certifications.

Qualifications

• Three years of work experience in medical coding or billing.
• Six months supervisory or leadership experience in an office setting.
• Must possess certification as a Certified Coder from recognized organizations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day medical coding operations.
• Assign ICD, CPT, and HCPCS codes accurately.
• Educate providers on proper documentation practices.

Skills

Medical coding

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Health information management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Coding software

Job description

Tohono O'odham Nation Health Care is seeking a Lead Medical Coder to manage daily coding operations. This position requires expertise in coding guidelines and strong analytical skills. The ideal candidate will assist medical staff in ensuring accurate code assignments and documentation practices.

The role involves verifying compliance with federal regulations and preparing data for billing processes. Candidates must have a high school diploma and substantial medical coding experience with the necessary certifications.