Job Description

1. Education: Associate's degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred. Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in medical coding within a hospital or healthcare setting. Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credential from a recognized certifying body such as AHIMA. Additional certifications such as Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) or Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) required.



2. Training and Experience: Experience in a supervisory or team lead role within a medical coding department. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and coding software applications. Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems and healthcare reimbursement methodologies.



3. Job Knowledge: Knowledge of clinical documentation improvement (CDI) processes and regulatory compliance standards such as HIPAA. Proficiency with data analytics tools and reporting software to monitor coding performance. Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.



4. Safety Sensitive: NO


In the interest of protecting the health and safety of all patients, associates, and guests, Unity Health has classified some positions as "safety sensitive." A "safety sensitive" position is any job position in which impaired performance could result in harm to the health and/or safety of self or others. Any associate that is actively engaged in the use of medical marijuana, even if in possession of a valid medical marijuana card, will be excluded from employment in a "safety sensitive" position.

DESCRIPTION:

The Hospital Coding Coordinator at Unity Health plays a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of medical coding processes within the healthcare facilities. This position is responsible for overseeing the coding team, facilitating communication between clinical staff and coding professionals, and ensuring that all coding activities meet regulatory standards and institutional policies. The role requires meticulous attention to detail to guarantee that patient records are coded correctly for billing, reporting, and quality improvement purposes. The Coding Coordinator will also analyze coding data to identify trends, provide training and support to coding staff, and collaborate with other departments to optimize coding workflows. Ultimately, this position ensures that coding operations contribute to the financial health of the institution while maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.