Description

**This position is Remote. Candidates must reside in California.**

 Schedule: Day Shift

 Purpose Statement/Position Summary: In conjunction with the Manager, HIM Coding & CDI, responsible for direct supervision of the HIM Coders to meet or exceed the DNFB Goals for the HIM Department. May perform management responsibilities in the absence of the Manager.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications/Work Experience: 3+ years in a large acute care hospital with lead or supervisory experience. Deep knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS and other coding systems with hand-ons inpatient coding and/or auditing a must. Interpret coding trends, denial patterns, and productivity metrics. Skilled in resolving coding edits including modifier application, medical necessity validation, NCCI edits and MUE edits. 

 Education/Licensure/Certification: High school diploma or equivalent. Credentialed Coding Specialist (CCS) required. Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Accredited Health Information Technician (RHIT) preferred.