SUPERVISOR, CODING & DATA MANAGEMENT

University of Missouri

• 4.1 Columbia, MO Job Details Full-time $59,322
• $96,762 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Paid parental leave Caregiver leave Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Qualifications Overseeing healthcare denial management Research Clinical documentation improvement Clinical documentation standards Healthcare claims compliance audits Healthcare coding investigations Medical terminology Documentation review DRG Full Job Description Hiring Department Department of University Physicians / CMED Job Description This position is responsible for accurate coding which translates into clinical revenue: Coordinate the coding, billing and/or reimbursement processes, and audit of claims/reimbursements/reports/etc.

for a health care services unit with regards to Medicare, Medicaid, Champus, and other related payor policy areas. Research patient record documentation and prepare letters to appeal adverse determinations in payment. Research reimbursement issues and write responses to clarify or refute clinical decisions made by payers; keep appropriate medical coding staff and departments informed of applicable regulatory changes to billing and coding rules. Review medical coding staff work and provide feedback to ensure coding accuracy, coordinate workload and establish efficiencies for coding team, create processes and policies, provide feedback to providers regarding documentation improvements. Supervise assigned Professional Coding and Revenue medical coding team. Monitor medical coding team goals and objectives to ensure timely completions. Assist in interviewing, selection, training, discipline and mentoring as well as evaluating medical coding staff. Work closely with other professionals and administrators, internal and external to the University, to resolve coding and/or reimbursement issues. Prepare and/or perform special assignments/projects, conduct feasibility studies, and perform related financial and/or clinical analysis. Other duties as assigned. #upjobs Shift Monday

• Friday 8:00 a.m.
• 5:00 p.

m. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in health services management, finance, business, accounting, nursing, or health-related profession, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired. Three (3) years of experience in medical coding, specific to reviewing documentation and assigning ICD-9/10 and CPT codes, reviewing payer guidelines and requirements to manage payer edits, and/or audit or denials coordination. Experience in medical terminology and

ICD-10, CPT

coding and DRG's, and APC's. Certification in one of the following:

• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) by American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA); or
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• other equivalent certification by American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).

Preferred Qualifications Niche Professional Interests:

Experience with

• Cerner, Optum CAC, Athena IDX, Microsoft Teams, Experian, knowledge of

WPS Anticipated Hiring Range Salary Range:

$59,322

• $96,762 annually

Grade:

PAT

• 009

University Title:

SUPERVISOR, CODING & DATA MANA

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR. Application Materials In addition to the Online Application, please provide Resume and cover letter. Sponsorship Information Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short

• and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.