HIM Coding Supervisor (Remote, but must be located in Kansas City Metro) - Children's Mercy KC

Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!:

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

 

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview:

The Coding Supervisor manages the daily functions (coding, abstracting and provider communication) for the telecommuting facility coding sections. Coordinates facility coding support and coverage, as needed due to staffing shortages or peak volumes. Ensures strict accordance with Hospital, Government Regulatory Agencies, and Joint Commission, Rules and Regulations and Departmental policies. Works in collaborative and multidisciplinary environment. Continuously strives to improve processes in the coding section while maintaining a high level of quality service and continuously, protecting patient information. Serves as the point of contact for internal and external department customer coding inquiries and provides expert knowledge; which includes knowledge of ICD-9-CM, ICD-10CM, PCS, and CPT.

 

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

 

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities:

• Continuously evaluates, modifies and educates regarding mandated updates and internal work processes while ensuring Hospital, Government Regulatory Agencies, Joint Commission, Rules and Regulations, Departmental policies and patient privacy are not compromised. Analyzes work and staffing daily to ensure goals are met appropriately. Communicates updates and issues, in addition to possible solutions to the HIM Leadership team. Implements solutions, revises and prioritizes work assignments as necessary.
• Conducts daily supportive operations which include, but not limited to: certifying documentation availability; providing education; validation of registration and charge accuracy. Recognizes and problem solves for any coding barriers. Serve as a resource for data interpretation to other hospital staff regarding all coding aspects.
• Preserves, provides direction and promotes the virtual work environment for coding staff. Regularly evaluates consistency for work outcomes, staffing needs, and need for development and education. Serves as a point of contact for external coding inquiries.
• Prioritizes and manages areas within the coding section as it relates to coding accuracy, operations and tools. Collaborates and assists as needed in other internal and external hospital projects as it relates to the coding section.

Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree and 3-5 years experience Supervise staff, coordinate schedules and workflow, write policy and procedures, assess performance or health care related vendor jobs.
• Employees must obtain one of the following; Certified Outpatient Coder Certified, Professional Coder, Registered Health Information Technician, Registered Health Information Administrator or equivalent within 90 days

Benefits at Children's Mercy:

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Learn more about Children’s Mercy benefits. Starting Pay:

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $29.54/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

 

 

Remote Work/Work from Home:

This position is entirely remote or work-from-home. The person hired must live in the Kansas City metro area and may attend on-site meetings, as scheduled.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet:

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

 

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.