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Summary Job Summary: The Health Information Management Coding Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, managing and controlling the daily operations of the Medical Records Coding Associates- Inpatient and Outpatient. Ensures hospital’s medical records are current, legible, and complete and maintained in a secure and confidential manner. Analyzes code assignment for correct coding to achieve optimal and timely reimbursement. Performs duties within approved practices, exercising independent judgement with pre-determined guidelines. Provides quality improvement monitoring to ensure employee compliance with departmental standards and procedures. Identifies problems with processes and seeks to implement solutions. Minimum Job Requirements: Work Experience: Three years of progressive supervisory experience in a Medical Records Department. License/Registration/Certification: RHIA Certification or RHIT certification required. CCS required. Education and Training: Associate’s degree in Health Information Technology required. Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management preferred. Skills: Excellent leadership and customer service skills with a team-centered approach. In-depth understanding of medical records systems. Demonstrated knowledge of how to design, champion, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Advanced knowledge of system and departmental policies and procedures. Thorough knowledge of the legal parameters governing record confidentiality. Excellent written and oral communication skills, including English usage, grammar, punctuation, and style. Effective interpersonal, presentation and project management skills.

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