Senior Medical Coding Lead - Psychiatry & Dermatology

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a skilled coder to review and accurately assign codes for professional and outpatient facility encounters. You will use designated coding classifications and identify documentation gaps to ensure precise coding.

Ideal candidates have advanced knowledge of medical terminology, documentation standards, and regulatory requirements, with the ability to guide staff on complex scenarios and stay current with coding changes.

Qualifications

• Proficient in professional and outpatient facility coding practices.
• Strong grasp of medical terminology and documentation.
• Ability to analyze documentation to ensure accurate coding and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Review and assign professional and outpatient facility codes to encounters using designated coding classifications.
• Identify documentation gaps and initiate coding queries to ensure accuracy.
• Provide guidance to staff on complex coding scenarios and regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated on changes in coding regulations and guidelines.

Skills

Medical coding

Medical terminology

Critical thinking

Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a skilled coder to review and accurately assign codes for professional and outpatient facility encounters. You will use designated coding classifications and identify documentation gaps to ensure precise coding.

Ideal candidates have advanced knowledge of medical terminology, documentation standards, and regulatory requirements, with the ability to guide staff on complex scenarios and stay current with coding changes.