Location:

Calmont Operations Building

Department:

CBO/PT Financial Services

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours:

40

Summary:

The Supervisor, Coding is responsible for the daily oversight, supervision and monitoring of operations, performance management, workflow and staffing of the abstracting, coding, charge capture and workqueue maintenance functions performed by Certified Coders. The Supervisor, Coding is also responsible for reviewing and auditing to ensure compliance and accuracy and also serves as a coding resource in support of revenue cycle initiatives. Maintains thorough knowledge and understanding of current CPT and ICD-10 coding schemes, associated rules, guidelines and updates as well as a thorough knowledge of current database operations, processes, problems and changes. Provides Coding Manager with operational metrics and feedback regarding areas of concern/issues for the department. Ensures that policies and procedures, in accordance with industry and organizational standards, involving the selection and utilization of CPT and ICD codes, are followed. Additionally, ensures accurate representation of services provided based on medical documentation and maximizing reimbursement. Promotes teamwork in the area and cross departmentally builds relationships through prompt and courteous service to providers and office/ancillary staff, and at all times maintains a professional demeanor to assure that patients are treated in an appropriate and compassionate manner.

Qualifications:

High school Diploma or equivalent

Two years relevant experience abstracting and coding physician services or three years in the capacity of Senior Coding Analyst or similar position

Understanding of diversified insurance plans, proficiency in anatomy and medical terminology a plus

Exhibits excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Maturity to withstand pressures that may arise in relation to interaction with the public, physicians or administration

Current coding certification through the American Academy of Procedural Coders (AAPC) or other recognized coding certification organization

Multiple specialty coding certifications preferred

About Cook Children’s:

Our not-for-profit organization is comprised of a flagship medical center in Fort Worth, Texas, a new medical center in Prosper, Texas, a physician network, home health company, surgery centers, health plan, health services, and health foundation. With more than 60 primary, specialty and urgent care locations throughout Texas, families can access our top-ranked specialty programs and network of services to meet the unique needs of their child. Cook Children's is honored to continually receive recognition for our outstanding efforts and outcomes in pediatric health care.

At Cook Children's, we're more than a health care system––we're your friends, neighbors and even family members. And we're parents too, so we can see the world through your eyes. We see what you're going through––and how we can help you and your child get the best care and support possible.
 

Cook Children’s is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children’s offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.