University Health Network is seeking a Full-Time Coding Supervisor. This role requires normal business hours Monday-Friday and is a remote position with occasional on-site meetings. Candidate must be able to maintain HIPAA privacy requirements when working from home. Candidate must be located in the Knoxville, TN region.

Work Location

Remote position. Candidates must reside in the Knoxville, Tennessee area and be able to attend occasional on-site meetings in Knoxville.

Summary

The Coding Supervisor works with the Director to coordinate coding operations, support staff performance, and promote accurate, efficient, and compliant coding. This role audits coding and documentation, identifies opportunities for improvement, and develops education for coders, providers, and staff. The supervisor builds respectful working relationships across the organization and maintains high standards of reliability, confidentiality, ethics, and professionalism.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Coding Operations and Quality

• Partner with the Director to support coding workflows and meet production and quality goals.
• Audit coding and billing documentation for accuracy and compliance; document findings, corrective actions, and follow-up results.
• Maintain working knowledge of coding processes and contribute to chart reviews as scheduling permits.
• Apply relevant HCC coding principles and guidelines.

Education and Team Support

• Identify training needs and develop and deliver education for coders, providers, and staff on coding, documentation, and applicable regulatory and payer requirements.
• Mentor and collaborate with the coding team, communicate findings constructively, and promote a culture of compliance and integrity.
• Recommend process improvements based on audit results and team needs.

Compliance and Professional Development

• Stay current with applicable ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, Medicare, Medicaid, payer, and CMS/HHS HCC requirements.
• Maintain required continuing education and applicable AAPC or AHIMA credentials in good standing.

Qualifications and Experience

• Five or more years of risk-adjustment coding and auditing experience
• Supervisory experience preferred
• CPC or RHIT credential required
• Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) credential required
• Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) credential preferred
• Advanced knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding
• Strong understanding of healthcare compliance and Medicare and Medicaid billing and documentation requirements
• Experience auditing E/M and other professional services preferred
• Ability to provide clear, constructive feedback on coding, billing, and documentation practices
• Strong knowledge of chart auditing and abstraction processes
• Effective communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

5+ years risk-adjustment coding and auditing experience; CPC or RHIT and CRC credentials required; CPMA preferred; advanced ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS knowledge; Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency; must reside in Knoxville, TN region.

Key Responsibilities

• auditing coding documentation
• developing coder education
• supporting coding operations

Skills & Tools

Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel

Job Details

• Category: Healthcare Services - Allied Health
• Seniority: Senior Level
• Commitment: Full Time
• Workplace: Remote — Knoxville, Tennessee, United States
• Languages: English

About University Health Network

A healthcare network providing medical services and coding operations. — Industry: Healthcare