Lead Medical Coding Supervisor | Boost Charge Capture

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 64,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Coding Supervisor to oversee departmental coding activities and coach coders.

The role ensures accurate documentation, charge capture, and adherence to billing policies under the Manager, Coding and Compliance. The position involves reviewing documentation with physicians, guiding documentation improvements, and participating in audits and performance initiatives across the revenue cycle.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or combination of education and/or experience.
• CPC/CCA/CCS certifications or equivalents may be required per role.
• Proficiency with ICD-10 coding and CPT coding; familiarity with CMS documentation and billing rules.
• Working knowledge of PC applications including Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day activities of the coding staff and schedules work.
• Monitors coder performance and conducts performance reviews.
• Identifies missing charges and processes for billing.
• Reviews medical records to ensure accurate diagnoses and procedures are captured.
• Meets with physicians to review documentation and secure signatures for services.
• Assists with documentation education and trend analysis.
• Participates in compliance audits and revenue cycle initiatives.
• Collaborates with AR team to improve systems effectiveness.

Skills

ICD-10 Procedure Coding System

Medical Terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Coding Associate (CCA)

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

PC Applications

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Coding Supervisor to oversee departmental coding activities and coach coders.

The role ensures accurate documentation, charge capture, and adherence to billing policies under the Manager, Coding and Compliance. The position involves reviewing documentation with physicians, guiding documentation improvements, and participating in audits and performance initiatives across the revenue cycle.