Coder Lead

From primary to specialty care, as well as walk-in and virtual services, CHI Health Clinic delivers more options and better access so you can spend time on what matters: being healthy. We offer more than 20 specialties and 100 convenient locations; with some clinics offering extended hours.

The Coder Lead acts as trainer, resource and mentor for other coders and staff.  Is responsible for coordinating the daily coding workflow in assignment of ICD-10 and CPT codes.  Monitors and assesses quality and production standards of coding staff.  Serves as a resource for complex coding/billing issues.

Essential Function

• Train staff on processes, policies, coding, including new hire training and shadowing
• Assists with coder continuing education; development and presentation
• Daily coordination of coding staff assignments, volume, and workflow.
• Performs coder quality reviews.
• Acts as a subject matter expert and resource for staff, troubleshooting difficult problems and finding solutions.
• Acts as a liaison between physicians and support staff to resolve issues involving coding, billing, and documentation requirements and procedures.
• Provide input on employee evaluations.
• Reporting- Charge lag weekly report out, Bi-weekly report out to clinics, quality reporting, production reporting, running special reporting as requested by clinic or revenue cycle leaders
• Monitor Customer Service WQ for coding concerns
• Fill in for coding when areas are short

Required

• Associates in related field upon hire

Preferred

• 5 – 7 years coding experience in a health care organization and
• Completion of college level courses in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, disease processes and pharmacology