Huron helps its clients drive growth, enhance performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. We help healthcare organizations build innovation capabilities and accelerate key growth initiatives, enabling organizations to own the future, instead of being disrupted by it. Together, we empower clients to create sustainable growth, optimize internal processes and deliver better consumer outcomes. Health systems, hospitals and medical clinics are under immense pressure to improve clinical outcomes and reduce the cost of providing patient care. Investing in new partnerships, clinical services and technology is not enough to create meaningful and substantive change. To succeed long-term, healthcare organizations must empower leaders, clinicians, employees, affiliates and communities to build cultures that foster innovation to achieve the best outcomes for patients. Joining the Huron team means you'll help our clients evolve and adapt to the rapidly changing healthcare environment and optimize existing business operations, improve clinical outcomes, create a more consumer-centric healthcare experience, and drive physician, patient and employee engagement across the enterprise. Join our team as the expert you are now and create your future. Huron helps its clients drive growth, enhance performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. We help healthcare organizations build innovation capabilities and accelerate key growth initiatives, enabling organizations to own the future, instead of being disrupted by it. Together, we empower clients to create sustainable growth, optimize internal processes and deliver better consumer outcomes. Health systems, hospitals and medical clinics are under immense pressure to improve clinical outcomes and reduce the cost of providing patient care. Investing in new partnerships, clinical services and technology is not enough to create meaningful and substantive changes. To succeed long-term, healthcare organizations must empower leaders, clinicians, employees, affiliates and communities to build cultures that foster innovation to achieve the best outcomes for patients. Joining the Huron team means you'll help our clients evolve and adapt to the rapidly changing healthcare environment and optimize existing business operations, improve clinical outcomes, create a more consumer-centric healthcare experience, and drive physician, patient and employee engagement across the enterprise. The HIM & Coding Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing Health Information Management and medical coding operations to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant clinical data and coding practices. This role supports enterprise data integrity, regulatory compliance, and optimal reimbursement through strong operational oversight, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous process improvement.
- _This position is hybrid and requires regular onsite presence in Athol, MA_
Operational Leadership:
- + Oversee day-to-day HIM and coding operations ensuring timely completion of workflows and adherence to organizational standards + Supervise, mentor, and develop staff including hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance management + Monitor productivity, accuracy, and turnaround time across HIM and coding teams + Manage departmental budget and ensure effective resource utilization + Delegate work, set clear expectations, and ensure accountability across the team +
Quality & Compliance:
+ Ensure compliance with
ICD-10, CPT/HCPCS, CMS/OIG
regulations, and internal data governance standards + Conduct coding audits and HIM data reviews to maintain accuracy and regulatory compliance + Investigate coding denials, data discrepancies, and documentation issues; implement corrective actions + Maintain and update policies and procedures to align with regulatory and organizational requirements +
Collaboration & Cross-Functional Partnership:
+ Partner with CDI, Revenue Integrity, Billing, IT, and clinical teams to support accurate documentation and clean claims + Collaborate with providers to ensure complete and timely clinical documentation + Support EHR, encoder, and coding system optimization initiatives + Align department goals with revenue cycle and organizational priorities +
Performance Management & Continuous Improvement:
+ Monitor HIM and coding KPIs and implement strategies to improve operational and financial outcomes + Analyze performance data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement + Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and service delivery + Promote a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement +
Education & Team Development:
+ Provide ongoing education related to coding updates, documentation standards, and compliance requirements + Mentor staff and support professional development and succession planning + Deliver performance feedback, coaching, and recognition + Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
- + Associate's or bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or related field + 5+ years of healthcare operations and/or medical coding experience + 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience + Preferred certifications: RHIT, RHIA, CPC, and/or CCS + Experience with EHR systems (e.
g., Epic, Cerner) and coding/encoder tools + Strong knowledge of DRG assignments, HCCs, NCCI edits, and medical necessity requirements + Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills + Effective written and verbal communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders + Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required); experience with data analytics/reporting tools preferred + Experience working with data from multiple sources + Strong collaboration skills and ability to work in a partnership-oriented environment + Ability to support performance improvement and operational transformation initiatives + Current permanent U.S. Work Authorization required _The estimated salary range for this job is $90,000 - $125,000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron's annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron's pay for performance philosophy and Huron's benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future._
- Position Level
- Manager
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- United States of America At Huron, we're redefining what a consulting organization can be.
We go beyond advice to deliver results that last. We inherit our client's challenges as if they were our own. We help them transform for the future. We advocate. We make a difference. And we intelligently, passionately, relentlessly do great work…together. Are you the kind of person who stands ready to jump in, roll up your sleeves and transform ideas into action? Then come discover Huron. Whether you have years of experience or come right out of college, we invite you to explore our many opportunities. Find out how you can use your talents and develop your skills to make an impact immediately. Learn about how our culture and values provide you with the kind of environment that invites new ideas and innovation. Come see how we collaborate with each other in a culture of learning, coaching, diversity and inclusion. And hear about our unwavering commitment to make a difference in partnership with our clients, shareholders, communities and colleagues. Huron Consulting Group offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage to employees and dependents; a 401(k) plan with a generous employer match; an employee stock purchase plan; a generous Paid Time Off policy; and paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Our Wellness Program supports employee total well-being by providing free annual health screenings and coaching, bank at work, and on-site workshops, as well as ongoing programs recognizing major events in the lives of our employees throughout the year. All benefits and programs are subject to applicable eligibility requirements. Huron is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunity to job applicants and employees in recruitment, hiring, employment, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, training, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Huron will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. We endeavor to maintain a drug-free workplace.