| Medical Records Coding Manager Job Description |
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| The following is a full job description for Medical Records Coding Manager. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Medical Records Coding Manager along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Medical Records Coding Manager is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Medical Records Coding Technician II, Medical Records Coding Technician I, Medical Records Coding Policy Administrator, Medical Records Coding Technician III, Medical Records Coding Compliance Specialist, Medical Records Senior Manager, Medical Records Manager, Medical Records Research Coordinator, Medical Records Supervisor |
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| Requirements and Responsibilities For Medical Records Coding Manager |
| Supervises and trains a team of medical coders to ensure medical records are coded with accuracy and completeness. Ensures medical records coding operations follow the latest guidelines and compliance standards. Maintains required documentation and confidentiality of patient records. Implements processes for coding operations that support the needs of other healthcare partners. Develops and maintains up-to-date knowledge of the latest ICD and CPT coding versions and ensures coders receive updates and training on classification or guideline changes. Is a certified medical coder and the exact type of coding certification may vary based on the clinical setting or a medical specialty focus. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, a related field, or equivalent. Depending on the setting typically requires the Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification. May additionally have the Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes. |
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| Also referred to as: Manager of Medical Records Coding, Medical Records Coding Trainer |
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| Similar Jobs: Medical Records Coding Technician II, Medical Records Coding Technician I, Medical Records Coding Policy Administrator, Medical Records Coding Technician III, Medical Records Coding Compliance Specialist, Medical Records Senior Manager, Medical Records Manager, Medical Records Research Coordinator, Medical Records Supervisor |
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| Level of Education: Medical Records Coding Manager Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Medical Records Coding Manager Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Medical Records Coding Manager Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Medical Records Coding Manager Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent |
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| Industries: Business Services, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Healthcare, Insurance | |
