Medical Director

Company: MAC Executive Recruiters
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: February 24, 2021

Job Description:

Position: Director of Medical CodingReports to: Vice President, Revenue Cycle and Coding Salt Lake DivisionTHIS IS A REMOTE POSITION AND CAN BE WORKED FROM ANY US LOCATION?Summary/Objective:The Director of Coding will plan, direct, coordinate, and ensures documentation and coding practices meet national coding and compliance guidelines.Essential Functions:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Oversees the daily operations of the coding department, including workload and staffing; hiring, disciplining, and performance appraisals; training; and monitoring quality of work.Develops long-range and short-term goals, objectives, plans, and programs and ensures they are implemented.Assists in planning, developing and controlling the budget, including staffing costs, and operations of the coding department.Evaluates the impact of innovations and changes in programs, policies, and procedures for the coding department. Designs and implements systems and methods to improve data accessibility. Identifies, assesses, and resolves problems. Prepares administrative reports.Monitors and maintains acceptable accounts receivables associated with un-coded charts.Oversees and monitors the coding compliance program. Develops and coordinates educational and training programs regarding elements of the coding compliance program such as appropriate documentation and accurate coding to all appropriate staff including coding staff, RCM Managers, and Global Teams.Conducts and oversees coding audit efforts and coordinates monitoring of coding accuracy and documentation adequacy.Reviews claim denials and rejections about coding and medical necessity issues and, when necessary, implements corrective action plans (such as educational programs) to prevent similar denials and rejections from recurring.Assists in creating or/and reviewing medical coding related Work Instructions (WIs)/ RCM Notes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).Creates and executes presentations on medical coding issues to external global teams and internal departments when necessary.Collaborates with Director RCM/Operations, RCM Managers, Account Managers, and BillingRepresentatives to collaborate ideas, processes, and workflows and effectively resolve any medical coding issue that may arise.Performs other related duties as assigned.CompetenciesLeadership.2. Project Management.3. Problem Solving/Analysis.4. Presentation Skills.5. Ethical Conduct.6. Collaboration.7. Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.8. Strategic Thinking.9. Financial Management.10. Communication Proficiency.11. Technical Capacity.Supervisory ResponsibilityWork Environment Office and Remote OptionsThis job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.Physical--DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool, as necessary.TravelThis position may require travel.Required Education and Experience1. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare, or other industry-related field required.2. Coding Certifications from AAPC or AHIMA3. At least 8 years of industry-related experience; including three years in upper management required.4. Knowledgeable in anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.5. Proficient in coding in all specialties.ABOUT THE COMPANY:Company is a healthcare revenue cycle management and medical billing company offering global capabilities & specialized solutions.* By using industry-leading technology combined with high-touch relationship building, the Company allows healthcare practitioners & facilities to focus on patient care, maintain financial independence, and cultivate financial success

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