Lead, OP Coding Analyst

Methodist Healthcare; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Coding Analyst to join their team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for coding patient medical records and ensuring accuracy in coding practices. You will also play a key role in training junior analysts while fostering collaborative relationships within the healthcare team. This position offers the chance to make a real impact on patient care in a supportive environment, where your skills will be valued and your contributions will help shape the future of healthcare. Join a team that is committed to excellence and making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of coding experience required.
• Certified Coding Specialist or equivalent certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Codes patient medical records and assigns appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT codes.
• Trains Coding Analysts and maintains coding quality standards.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

CPT coding

Medical terminology

Windows-based software

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree in Health Information Management

Tools

HIM software

Job description

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One!

We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

Responsible for analyzing, coding, and sequencing medical information detailing the clinical assessment of the patient. Serve as lead to aid in training of Coding Analysts I and II and other Associates or RRA students. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview
Responsible for analyzing, coding, and sequencing medical information detailing the clinical assessment of the patient. Serve as lead to aid in training of Coding Analysts I and II and other Associates or RRA students. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• Codes patient medical records.
• Supports coding function in assigning the appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT codes to medical records and in developing proficiency in use of HIM software.
• Maintains proven coding skills as evidenced by periodic coding quality and productivity reviews.
• Reviews and verifies all codes and abstracted data in a timely manner prior to coding completion. Reviews and completes Xclaim or additional billing questions in a timely manner.
• Interacts and communicates with physicians when necessary.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Associate's Degree Health Information Management

Work Experience Requirements

• 5-7 years Coding

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Certified Coding Specialist - American Health Information Management Association
• Certified Coding Specialist-Physician-based - American Health Information Management Association
• Certified Professional Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders
• Registered Health Information Administrator - American Health Information Management Association
• Registered Health Information Technician - American Health Information Management Association

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Successful completion of Coding Skills Assessment or proven ability to maintain Methodist Healthcare’s Quality and productivity standards. These standards must be maintained in order to retain the OP coding analyst status.
• Ability to foster and maintain good working relationships with internal and external customers including but not limited to supervisors, managers, other Associates and other departments/areas.
• Ability to set priorities, coordinates multiple tasks, organize tasks, and maintain control of workflow.
• Ability to work effectively and productively without close supervision and to exercise independent judgement in decision making.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with others.
• Ability to comprehend moderately complex written materials (i.e. technical manuals, medicolegal documents, etc.).
• Ability to operate standard office equipment (i.e. fax machine, copy machine, etc.).
• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT codes.
• Demonstrates skills and knowledge by maintaining a 95% DRG accuracy level.
• Proficient in Windows based software applications.

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There are lead responsibilities assigned to this position, including training of Coding Analysts I, Coding Analyst II and other Associates and/or students

Physical Demands

• Ability to read and write to communicate both orally and in writing with other individuals.
• Ability to lift, push, pulls and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must possess normal hearing and vision, including the ability to distinguish colors and peripheral vision. Hearing and/or vision correction to near normal is acceptable.
• Demonstrates good physical coordination to stand, walk, climb stair, squat, kneel, sit in one place, reach, twist and bend throughout shift.
• Demonstrates good use of hands for gripping and squeezing as well as repetitive hand and wrist motion.
• Demonstrates good hand/eye coordination.
• Must be available to travel Methodist facilities for meetings as needed if Associate lives with the region.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.