Medical Coding - Team Lead

Harris Computer; Oklahoma; Remote; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Computer is seeking an Emergency Medicine Coding Team Lead to supervise a team of medical coders, ensure accurate ICD-10, CPT coding, and compliance. You will audit, mentor, train, and collaborate with providers to improve documentation and revenue cycle efficiency.

This remote US-based position emphasizes leadership, quality assurance, and performance reporting to drive coding accuracy and process improvements across the department.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of medical coding experience, with supervisory or lead responsibilities.
• CPC, CCS, RHIT or equivalent credentials (AAPC/AHIMA).
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers and CMS/HIPAA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Team Supervision: Assign workloads, monitor productivity, conduct performance reviews, and provide coaching and support.
• Quality Assurance: Perform audits and review coding for accuracy and compliance.
• Training & Mentorship: Onboard new hires and deliver ongoing education to the team.
• Issue Resolution: Escalate complex coding questions and discrepancies.
• Collaboration: Work with providers, billing, compliance and other departments to improve documentation.
• Process Improvement: Identify denials or errors, implement improvements, stay current with coding changes.
• Reporting: Track and report on team KPIs, quality metrics, and productivity.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Attention to detail

Communication

Analytical

Job description

An Emergency Medicine Coding Team Lead

manages a team of medical coders, ensuring accurate, compliant coding (ICD-10, CPT) of medical records, acting as a liaison for complex issues, conducting audits, providing training/mentorship, monitoring performance, and collaborating with providers for documentation clarity, driving quality and efficiency while staying updated on regulations. Key duties include quality assurance, team development, issue resolution, and workflow management for revenue cycle success.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Supervision: Assign workloads, monitor productivity, conduct performance reviews, and provide coaching/support.
• Quality Assurance: Perform audits, review coding for accuracy (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers), and ensure compliance with guidelines.
• Training & Mentorship: Onboard new hires, develop training materials, and provide ongoing education to the team.
• Issue Resolution: Serve as the escalation point for complex coding questions and discrepancies.
• Collaboration: Work with providers, billing, compliance, and other departments to resolve documentation issues and improve accuracy.
• Process Improvement: Identify trends in denials or errors, implement process improvements, and stay current with coding changes.
• Reporting: Track and report on team KPIs, quality metrics, and productivity.

Essential Qualifications

• Experience: Several years of medical coding experience (e.g., 3-5+ years), often with supervisory or lead experience.
• Certifications: CPC, CCS, RHIT, or equivalent certifications (AAPC/AHIMA).
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, and regulatory guidelines (CMS, HIPAA).
• Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication (written/verbal), organizational, and leadership skills.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Leadership and mentoring.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and professionalism.

Remote position for USA-based employee