Coder Lead

**Job Summary and Responsibilities** The Coder Lead acts as trainer, resource and mentor for other coders and staff.

Is responsible for coordinating the daily coding workflow in assignment of ICD-10 and CPT codes.

Monitors and assesses quality and production standards of coding staff.

Serves as a resource for complex coding/billing issues.

Essential Function + Train staff on processes, policies, coding, including new hire training and shadowing + Assists with coder continuing education; development and presentation + Daily coordination of coding staff assignments, volume, and workflow.

+ Performs coder quality reviews.

+ Acts as a subject matter expert and resource for staff, troubleshooting difficult problems and finding solutions.

+ Acts as a liaison between physicians and support staff to resolve issues involving coding, billing, and documentation requirements and procedures.

+ Provide input on employee evaluations.

+ Reporting- Charge lag weekly report out, Bi-weekly report out to clinics, quality reporting, production reporting, running special reporting as requested by clinic or revenue cycle leaders + Monitor Customer Service WQ for coding concerns + Fill in for coding when areas are short **Job Requirements** Required + Associates in related field upon hire Preferred + 5 - 7 years coding experience in a health care organization and + Completion of college level courses in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, disease processes and pharmacology **Where You'll Work** From primary to specialty care, as well as walk-in and virtual services, CHI Health Clinic delivers more options and better access so you can spend time on what matters: being healthy.

We offer more than 20 specialties and 100 convenient locations; with some clinics offering extended hours.

**Pay Range** $24.27 - $36.10 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.