Job Description

1. Education: Associate's degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or related field. 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) preferred.



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 Outpatient Coding Auditor plays a pivotal role in managing and overseeing the daily operations of the medical coding team at Unity Health. This position ensures accurate and timely coding of medical records in compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies, directly impacting billing, reimbursement, and data quality. The coordinator acts as a liaison between coding staff, clinical departments, and management to facilitate effective communication and workflow optimization. They are responsible for training, mentoring, and supporting coding specialists to maintain high performance and professional development. Ultimately, this role contributes to the integrity of clinical documentation and supports the organization's financial and operational goals through expert coding coordination.