Coding Education Supervisor
Kaiser Permanente - Colorado
Aurora, Colorado
Coding Education Supervisor
INTERNAL POSTING PERIOD: 10/14/09-10/16/09
IF YOU ARE A COLORADO INTERNAL EMPLOYEE, YOU MUST PLACE YOUR BID ON THE BID LINE 303-614-1510, NOT ONLINE
JOB SUMMARY: Supervises all activities related to physician/provider coding education for outpatient and inpatient professional fee services. Maintains a close working relationship with the Medical Group and Operations management to support provider coding accuracy that is consistent with industry standards and in compliance with coding guidelines. Accountable for developing/maintaining a culture of service, financial discipline, compliance, ethics and integrity. Maintains knowledge of and assures departmental compliance with Kaiser Permanente´s Principles of Responsibility, policies and procedures, applicable regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Responds appropriately to observed fraud or abuse.
POSITION REQUIRMENTS: Bachelor´s degree in business administration, health care administration, health information management, or related field or equivalent experience. Five years of progressively responsible experience in a coding environment, including two years of leadership/supervisory experience. Experience in developing educational materials and conducting training and education sessions a multi-specialty setting is required. AAPC or AHIMA Coding Certification required. Must pass internal coding assessment test. RHIA or RHIT certification preferred. Project management experience preferred. Must be able to work in partnership with Labor and Medical Group to assure compliance with documentation and coding guidelines is achieved, resulting in the accurate representation of services provided and diagnoses reported. Proven analytical and organizational ability. Proven communication and presentation skills, demonstrated experience with provider auditing in CPT-4 (including E&M), ICD-9-CM, and HCPCS as well as knowledge of Medicare Part C Reimbursement (HCC Model). Previous experience providing expert consultation to clinicians. Experience with electronic medical record preferred. Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills required. Must maintain all certifications required of this position.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises the day to day activities of the Provider Coding Education Program and supports a high level of coding accuracy. Provides reporting on provider education results for multiple audiences Develops the Coding Education staff. Assesses and maintains impact of current compliance activities and evaluates risk factors of coding and documentation practices. Uses understanding of interrelationships among systems across functional areas to redesign processes, improve efficiency, and ensure optimal results for the future. Monitors changes in laws, regulations, and coding and documentation standards as they apply to the Coding Education Department and Providers of Kaiser Permanente Colorado. Participates in Committees or Workgroups as required. Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association and adheres to official coding guidelines. Supervises direct reports; including interviewing, selecting, training, motivating, evaluating, counseling, disciplining and terminating in compliance with EEO/AA goals and personnel policies of the organization.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Standard office environment.
SCHEDULE: Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:00pm
STARTING SALARY RANGE: $4935-$6292 (Monthly)- Kaiser Permanente is an AA/EEO employer -
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