Medical Records Coder IV, Lead
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeRemote
location_on166, Cumberland Street, City of Rochester, Monroe County, New York, 14605, United States
About the University
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About the Role
This position serves as a vital liaison between the United Business Office Coding department and hospital staff. You will oversee office operations and act as a resource for subordinate staff, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of medical coding processes. The role requires a high level of expertise in clinical coding, charge capture, and charge entry systems to resolve complex problems and non-routine inquiries on behalf of the designated leader.
In this capacity, you will coordinate the daily work of the team, assigning staff to accommodate office priorities and ensuring quantity goals are met. You will also play a key role in personnel matters, including training new staff, preparing performance evaluations, and assisting with interviews. By performing ongoing data quality checks and analyzing data output, you will help identify coding problems and participate in corrective actions to maintain the highest standards of accuracy.
Work Environment
This is a full-time, regular position based in New York, with remote work options available for candidates located in New York, Albany, or the United States of America. The role operates on a standard day shift schedule.
Equal Opportunity
The University of Rochester is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background and are committed to non-discrimination in all aspects of employment, admissions, and recruitment.
Work location
Work model: Remote
166, Cumberland Street, City of Rochester, Monroe County, New York, 14605, United States
City of Rochester, New York
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleOversee office operations and act as liaison with hospital staff
- check_circlePerform ongoing data quality checks to ensure coding accuracy
- check_circleResolve complex coding problems and research difficult records
- check_circleAssist in personnel duties including time reporting and performance evaluations
- check_circleMaintain professional relationships with internal customers and external vendors
- check_circleCoordinate daily work of subordinate staff and assign tasks to meet priorities
- check_circleTrain new staff and conduct interviews for applicants
Requirements
- verifiedHigh School diploma or equivalent and 3 years of experience as Medical Coder
- verifiedKnowledge of ICD-10CM, CPT and HCPSC
- verifiedWorking knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
- verifiedAHIMA RHIA, RHIT, or CCS certification preferred
- verifiedCPC or CMC certification preferred
Nice to Have
Associate's degree. American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) accreditation examination for Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or (Registered Health Information Technician) RHIT or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS). Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or Certified Medical Coder (CMC) from Practice Management Institute.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Icd-10CM, CPT, Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Rhia, Rhit, CCS, CPC, CMC.
Education: High School diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Medical Records Coder IV, Lead at U Of Rochester
What does a Medical Records Coder IV, Lead at U Of Rochester do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Medical Records Coder IV, Lead at U Of Rochester will oversee office operations and act as liaison with hospital staff; perform ongoing data quality checks to ensure coding accuracy; resolve complex coding problems and research difficult records; and assist in personnel duties including time reporting and performance evaluations.
What are the requirements for this Medical Records Coder IV, Lead role?expand_more
U Of Rochester is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High School diploma or equivalent and 3 years of experience as Medical Coder; Knowledge of ICD-10CM, CPT and HCPSC; Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy; AHIMA RHIA, RHIT, or CCS certification preferred; and CPC or CMC certification preferred.
Where is the Medical Records Coder IV, Lead role at U Of Rochester located?expand_more
Medical Records Coder IV, Lead at U Of Rochester is based in 166, Cumberland Street, City of Rochester, Monroe County, New York, 14605, United States. This is a remote role.
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U Of Rochester has listed this Medical Records Coder IV, Lead role as remote.
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Medical Records Coder IV, Lead at U Of Rochester typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience at the lead level.
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Key skills for Medical Records Coder IV, Lead at U Of Rochester include Icd-10CM; CPT; Medical Terminology; Anatomy; Rhia; Rhit; CCS; and CPC.
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Educational requirements for this role: High School diploma or equivalent required; and Associate's degree preferred.
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