Coding Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Coding Manager is responsible for overseeing all medical coding operations at the Medical Center to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely coding of inpatient, outpatient, clinic, and professional services. This role leads and supports the coding team, ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, and collaborates with clinical, billing, and revenue cycle teams to optimize reimbursement and data integrity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day operations of inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and professional coding functions

Supervise, train, mentor, and evaluate coding staff, including productivity and quality performance

Ensure accurate assignment of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS codes in accordance with official guidelines

Monitor coding quality through regular audits and implement corrective action plans as needed

Ensure compliance with CMS, Medicare, Medicaid, OIG, and other regulatory requirements

Serve as a subject matter expert for coding guidelines, reimbursement methodologies, and documentation requirements

Collaborate with Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI), billing, compliance, and revenue cycle teams to resolve coding-related issues

Analyze coding trends, denial patterns, and reimbursement opportunities and recommend process improvements

Maintain policies and procedures related to coding practices and ensure consistent application

Assist with preparation for internal and external audits, including RAC, MAC, and payer audits

Monitor and manage coding productivity standards and turnaround times

Stay current with changes in coding regulations, payer rules, and industry best practices

Participate in system upgrades, EHR optimization, and coding-related implementations

Education and Experience

Associate's degree in Health Information Management or related field required

Bachelor's degree preferred

Minimum of 5 years of hospital coding experience required

Prior supervisory or management experience strongly preferred

Experience in critical access or rural hospital settings preferred

Required Certifications

One or more of the following required :

RHIA or RHIT

CCS or CCS-P

CPC (with hospital coding experience)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Expert knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems

Strong understanding of DRGs, APCs, and reimbursement methodologies

Proven leadership, coaching, and team-building skills

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, clinicians, and administrative staff

Proficiency with EHR systems and encoder software

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment

For California Applicants :

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.

Company Description

Here at Medix, we are dedicated to providing workforce solutions to clients throughout multiple industries. We have been named among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation for two consecutive years. Medix has also been ranked as one of the fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.

Our commitment to our core purpose of positively impacting 20,000 lives affects not only the way we interact with our clients and talent, but also with our co-workers! The goal is lofty, but it is made attainable through the hard work and dedication of our teams and their willingness to lock arms together. Are you ready to lock arms with us?

Company Description

Here at Medix, we are dedicated to providing workforce solutions to clients throughout multiple industries. We have been named among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation for two consecutive years. Medix has also been ranked as one of the fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.\r\n\r\nOur commitment to our core purpose of positively impacting 20,000 lives affects not only the way we interact with our clients and talent, but also with our co-workers! The goal is lofty, but it is made attainable through the hard work and dedication of our teams and their willingness to lock arms together. Are you ready to lock arms with us?