University of Southern California (USC)
Los Angeles, CA
Lead Outpatient Medical Coder The Lead Outpatient (OP) Medical Coder assists the HIM OP Coding Manager with administrative functions specific to all outpatient coding operations. Duties may be varied and may include many of the following: assisting the OP Coding Manager to organize work schedules, create work assignments, review timecards for accuracy, conduct quality assurance audits of production-coder performance, develop and implement quality improvement activities, train and mentor staff, provide feedback coding error findings and developmental needs, collect/analyze/report on data, prepare reports on performance and metrics, and other responsibilities of a similar nature and level. The Lead OP Medical Coder is responsible for serving as a subject matter expert in coding processes, providing advanced technical guidance, and ensuring coding accuracy, compliance, and productivity standards are met. The position supports coders and auditors through consultation, mentoring, and...