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Coding Manager/5540
Category Management
Job Title Coding Manager/5540
Company Name: Overlake Hospital Medical Center
Position Location: WA-Seattle, Tacoma 206,360,425,253 Company Type: Acute Care Hospital Services
Job Description: Overlake Hospital Medical Center in Bellevue, Washington is searching for a Coding Manager. Relocation assistance offered.

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Overlake Hospital Medical Center, a 337 bed, nonprofit regional medical center located in Bellevue, Washington (on Lake Washington just outside of Seattle) is seeking an  experienced Coding Manager who relishes developing staff, continually searching to improve the department's effectiveness, and thinking forward to incorporate the newest regulations and trends into the hospital's coding practices. 

Reporting to the Director of Medical Staff Services & Health Information Management, you will have overall responsibility for the management of the coding department which includes recruiting, hiring, training, mentoring and performance management. You also will facilitate the structure, process, oversight and accountability of organizational coding and health data collection activities to ensure accurate provider documentation and coding (ICD-9 and CPT) as it relates to appropriate, compliant and optimal reporting and reimbursement of health care services. Your responsibilities will also include serving as a resource and liaison in the organization for all coding related topics, issues and questions.

Quality and forward-thinking are our priorities. The ability to win the hearts and minds of staff, to generate real synergy and enthusiasm for improvement, and to be unrelenting in the pursuit of quality and efficiency will be critical to your success. In this important role you will provide accountability for the department while supporting the core values of the organization.

Your team will include 19 coders and a Charge Entry Coordinator.

Candidate Responsibilities:

  • Managing the coding functions, which includes coding for the hospital facility, ambulatory surgical services, outpatient services and clinic based services and assuring that coding practices meet all the correct coding and compliance standards.
  • Building effective working relationships throughout the organization with managers, staff, physicians, customers and suppliers.      
  • Identifying patterns, trends and variations in coding or claim data submitted and taking appropriate steps in collaboration with the right department to effect resolution or explanation of the variance. Performing analysis of coded data to facilitate decision making and to identify risks and gaps.
  • Conducting appropriate audits and/or responds to findings and recommendations of external compliance assessments and audits as related to coding issues. Preparing appeals when appropriate.
  • Designing processes and procedures to capture coded data to assure accurate and timely retrieval.
  • Serving as the facility representative for coding and reimbursement and attending revenue cycle, chargemaster, compliance and other related meetings. Acting as a resource to physician on coding issues and provide education to physicians.
  • Maintaining current knowledge of coding applications; recommending new functionality, actively participating in building and implementation of all systems that impact coding.
  • Maintaining current knowledge of regulatory issues and practices related to area of expertise and leading change when needed to ensure compliance.

    The "right fit" we are looking for includes the following experience and traits:

  • Ability to lead and influence change for coding process improvement.
  • Up-to-date coding practices knowledge.
  • Ability to motivate staff.
  • Positive attitude.
  • Team leader that says "let's do it" vs. "do it".
  • Ability to understand and utilize every team member's strength in order to bring out the best in him or her.
  • Strong comfort level with change.
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills, both with staff and management.

    Candidate Requirements:
    -Associate's degree, with Bachelor's preferred.
    -Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) credential.
    -Three (3+) years coding systems experience within a hospital setting.
    -One (1+) years supervisory experience.
    -Knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements, IS and Health Information Systems.
    -Knowledge of ICD-9, CPT, and APC coding guidelines.

    Work/Life Benefits:
    Overlake Hospital offers competitive pay and excellent benefits, including:

  • Management incentive program.
  • Medical/dental/vision, effective first of the month following 30 full days of employment.
  • Generous sick/vacation accrual.
  • Bank of Extended Illness Hours.
  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • Retirement plan with a generous matching employer contribution.
  • Long-term disability insurance.
  • Free parking.
  • Employee discounts on Dell computers, gym memberships, and cell phone service.
  • Relocation assistance, and more.

    Application Process:
    Please apply at our website, with ref. code HIPjobs-5540; at KEYWORD field, type Coding Manager
    www.overlakehospital.org/jobs_HR.aspx

    About Overlake and Pacific Northwest:
    Overlake is located in Bellevue, the fifth largest city in Washington. It's a young city that has grown in the past three decades from a small Seattle suburb to a fast-paced, professional commerce center. Sleek new buildings are constantly changing the skyline and the city boasts nearly all of the attractions of a larger city.

    Bellevue is home to 117,000 residents, many of whom have close ties to Overlake. This is where their children are born, where their traumas are handled, and where their friends and relatives are cared for. Overlake is an anchor for the community, providing residents with the security of excellent medical care, if and when they need it.

    Living in the Northwest: 
    Overlake employees have the opportunity to live and work in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. The lifestyle in this region is well known for being casual and comfortable. With an abundance of natural resources - trees, mountains, lakes, rivers, ocean - it's no wonder the Puget Sound is one of America's most livable areas. There is so much to see and do within just a few hours' drive:
    -To the north, traveling by car, ferry or seaplane, the San Juan Islands and Canada.
    -To the south, Mt. Rainier National Park and National Volcanic Monument Mt. St. Helens.
    -To the west, the towering Olympic mountain range and the rugged Washington coastline.
    -To the east, the Cascade Mountain Range with its many ski resorts and the inland empire beyond.

    Please visit us at www.overlakehospital.org/

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