Medical Coding Team Lead (Medical)

TL;DR

Medical Coding Team Lead (Medical): Managing a team of medical coders, ensuring accurate and compliant coding of medical records with an accent on quality assurance, team development, and issue resolution. Focus on workflow management for revenue cycle success and staying updated on regulations.

Location: Remote position for USA-based employee

Company

hirify.global provides software solutions for various industries.

What you will do

• Assign workloads, monitor productivity, conduct performance reviews, and provide coaching/support to the team.
• Perform audits, review coding for accuracy (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers), and ensure compliance with guidelines.
• Onboard new hires, develop training materials, and provide ongoing education to the team.
• Serve as the escalation point for complex coding questions and discrepancies.
• Collaborate with providers, billing, compliance, and other departments to resolve documentation issues and improve accuracy.
• Identify trends in denials or errors, implement process improvements, and stay current with coding changes.

Requirements

• Several years of medical coding experience (e.g., 3-5+ years), often with supervisory or lead experience.
• CPC, CCS, RHIT, or equivalent certifications (AAPC/AHIMA).
• Deep understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, and regulatory guidelines (CMS, HIPAA).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication (written/verbal), organizational, and leadership skills.

Nice to have

• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and professionalism.