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Medical Coding, Team Lead

Nashville General Hospital is hiring for a Medical Coding Team Lead for Health Information Services as a full-time job in Nashville, Tennessee.

Shift: Day Shift

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities, in-depth knowledge of medical coding guidelines and regulations and exceptional skills. As the team lead, you will play a vital role in maintaining compliance, optimizing coding processes and fostering a collaborative team effort.

Medical Coding Team Lead Roles and Responsibilities:

^{Lead and supervise a team of medical coders, providing guidance, training, and support as needed.}
^{Review and assign appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes to patient records in accordance with coding guidelines and regulations.}
^{Under the direction of the Coding Manager, conduct regular quality audits to ensure accuracy and compliance with coding standards and organizational policies.}
^{Assist the Coding Manager in developing and implementing strategies to optimize coding efficiency and productivity while maintaining accuracy.}
^{In conjunction with the Coding Manager monitor coding productivity metrics and performance indicators, providing feedback and implementing corrective action, as necessary.}
^{Enforce coding policies, procedures, and workflows to standardize coding practices and optimize coding efficiency.}
^{Function as a liaison between the coding team, other departments, healthcare providers, and clinicians to resolve coding-related queries and facilitate effective communication and collaboration.}
^{Assist in the review and resolution of billing edits generated from the billing system.}

Required Skills and Qualifications:

- ^{License/Certification: Must possess coding certification from AAPC/AHIMA}
- ^{Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in medical coding, with demonstrated proficiency in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.}
- ^{Proficiencies:}
- ^{Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex coding scenarios, resolve coding- related issues, and optimize revenue cycle performance.}
- ^{Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role, with strong interpersonal and team management skills.}
- ^{Knowledge of legal, regulatory, and policy compliance issues related to medical coding and billing procedures, and documentation including CMS guidelines.}
- ^{Proficient computer skills using MS-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems including Paragon, eClinical Works, Optum Computer Assisted Coding (CAC) and others.}
- ^{Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.}

About Nashville General Hospital

Nashville General Hospital (NGH) is Nashville’s original community- based hospital. Joint Commission accredited, NGH readily accommodates a wide range of needs from emergency services and acute care to ancillary and ambulatory services. NGH continues to maintain its strong commitment to the healthcare needs of Nashville and Davidson County underserved, while also providing care to all segments of the community.

Our benefits include:

Benefits begin on the first day of the month after one full calendar month of employment
Programs to reduce share of deductible and total out-of-pocket expenses
Metro Health Incentive Program - Access to high quality healthcare without incurring out-of-pocket expenses (see NGH providers without co-pays)
Short and Long-Term Disability - up to 60% of eligible weekly pay
Life Insurance - Metro provides you with basic life and AD&D coverage equal to $50,000 ($32,500 if you are age 65 or older), at no cost to you.
Retirement Plan - eligible up to IRS max limits and includes company contribution
Shift and Weekend Differential Pay Offered on Nights and Weekends
Tuition Reimbursement for employee and dependents
12 paid holidays - any holiday worked is another holiday banked
Flexible Spending Accounts
Onsite Gym
Free Parking for all employees

Join our team at Nashville General Hospital. Apply today!

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What You Should Know About Medical Coding, Team Lead, Nashville General Hospital

Nashville General Hospital is looking for an enthusiastic Medical Coding Team Lead to join our Health Information Services team in Nashville, Tennessee. If you have a passion for medical coding and want to take your leadership skills to the next level, this is the role for you! As the Team Lead, you'll be at the forefront of guiding and supervising our dedicated team of medical coders, ensuring they have the training and support they need to excel. Your responsibilities will include reviewing patient records, assigning the correct diagnostic and procedural codes, and conducting quality audits to ensure our standards are top-notch. We understand how important it is to stay compliant with coding guidelines and regulations, which is where your expertise will shine! You'll be working closely with the Coding Manager to enhance coding efficiency while fostering an environment of collaboration. Plus, you will serve as a vital link between the coding team and other departments, making sure everyone is on the same page when it comes to coding-related queries. If you hold a coding certification from AAPC or AHIMA and have a minimum of 3 years' experience, we want to hear from you! At Nashville General Hospital, we are committed to supporting our staff with benefits that enhance your work-life balance, including tuition reimbursement and wellness programs. Come join our mission to provide exceptional healthcare services to the Nashville community!

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What are the key responsibilities of a Medical Coding Team Lead at Nashville General Hospital?

As a Medical Coding Team Lead at Nashville General Hospital, your key responsibilities will include leading and supervising a team of medical coders, conducting regular quality audits, and ensuring compliance with coding standards. You’ll review and assign diagnostic and procedural codes, assist in optimizing coding efficiency, and collaborate with the Coding Manager to monitor productivity metrics.