Lead Coding Quality Specialist

Job Summary

Leading a team of coding quality specialists, the full-time Lead Coding Quality Specialist will manage daily operations, ensure compliance with coding standards, and conduct audits across various service types while working remotely.

Key responsibilities

• Direct and mentor a team of coding quality specialists, assigning tasks and ensuring deadlines are met
• Conduct regular code reviews to assess quality and compliance, and communicate audit findings to staff and management
• Maintain compliance with departmental standards and coding practices, while identifying coding issues and recommending corrective actions

Required qualifications

• 3+ years of production coding experience, including inpatient coding and prior auditing experience
• Certification as a Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) is required
• Understanding of healthcare billing practices and compliant claims preparation for governmental and commercial payers
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook, with the ability to manage spreadsheets and emails effectively
• Reliable internet connection and current coding materials such as CPT and ICD-10-CM coding references