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Job Summary
MGB is a leader in delivering exceptional outpatient surgical care. We are committed to clinical excellence operational efficiency and compliance integrity. We are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Director of Ambulatory Surgery Coding to lead our coding operations for both facility and professional services.Qualifications
Education
Bachelors Degree in Health Information Management or related field of study required
Experience
8 years of experience in healthcare coding with a proven track record of leadership and team management required
RHIA RHIT CPC COC or CCS certification required; advanced credentials preferred.
3 years of experience in a leadership role
Strong knowledge of outpatient facility and professional surgical coding guidelines.
Proven track record in team leadership process improvement and compliance oversight.
Key Responsibilities
Lead mentor and manage a team of coders for facility and professional services.
Ensure coding accuracy compliance with federal/state regulations and adherence to payer guidelines.
Oversee coding audits quality assurance processes and ongoing staff education.
Collaborate with clinical billing and compliance teams to resolve coding-related issues.
Monitor KPIs productivity and denial trends to optimize revenue cycle performance.
Stay current with regulatory changes coding updates and industry best practices.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of ICD-10 CPT HCPCS and other coding systems as well as current coding guidelines and regulations.
Familiarity with coding software and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret coding data and trends to drive decision-making.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with various stakeholders.
Proven ability to lead and inspire a team to achieve coding accuracy and performance targets.
In-depth understanding of healthcare compliance and risk management principles.
Why Join Us
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
A collaborative mission-driven work environment
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
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Pay Range
$124342.40 - $180897.60/AnnualGrade
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Director
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