Director, Coding

About Us Ventra is a leading business solutions provider for facility-based physicians practicing anesthesia emergency medicine hospital medicine and now radiology through the recent combining of forces with Advocate RCM Focused on Revenue Cycle Management and Advisory services Ventra partners with private practices hospitals health systems and ambulatory surgery centers to deliver transparent and data-driven solutions that solve the most complex revenue and reimbursement issues enabling clinicians to focus on providing outstanding care to their patients and communities Job Summary This position can be located either at our Chennai or Hyderabad Service Delivery Center SDC Under administrative direction the Director Coding plans administers and directs the Coding Department Essential Functions and Tasks Directs leads and manages Coding operations recruits selects orients trains coaches counsels and disciplines staff Oversees workflow and productivity to ensure client deadlines are met Oversee ongoing analysis of medical record documentation Provides ongoing feedback to Client Success and directly to clients on documentation requirements Communicates with offshore vendors on an ongoing basis Presents to executive team and clients Provides feedback to senior leadership on Coding department Monitor provider audit results for potential policy violation Address operational questions escalated from Coding manager Perform operational training for new and existing coders as needed Submit trouble tickets as needed Perform employee evaluations and feedback Assess and perform hiring or termination for Coding department Identify policy violations and follow up with Coding Manager Coding department Performs special projects as needed Maintain confidentiality for all personal financial and medical information found in medical records per HIPAA guidelines and Ventra Health policy Education and Experience Requirements Bachelors Degree in Business Administration or equivalent training or experience RHIT and or CPC preferred At least five 5 years of Anesthesia surgery emergency department ED coding experience preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities In depth knowledge of CPT ICD-10 coding system Knowledge of the requirements of medical record documentation Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy Strong oral written and interpersonal communication skills Strong time management and organizational skills Ability to read understand and apply state federal laws regulations and policies Ability to remain flexible and work within collaborative and fast paced environment Ability to communicate with diverse personalities in a tactful mature and professional manner Proficient use of computer telephone internet copier fax and scanner Maintain proficiency in use of billing software Understand and comply with company policies and procedures Basic knowledge of Outlook Word and Excel Ventra Health Equal Employment Opportunity Applicable only in the US Ventra Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color ethnicity religion sex age national origin disability sexual orientation gender identity and expression or veteran status We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as needed to assist them in performing essential job functions Recruitment Agencies Ventra Health does not accept unsolicited agency resumes Ventra Health is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes Solicitation of Payment Ventra Health does not solicit payment from our applicants and candidates for consideration or placement Attention Candidates Please be aware that there have been reports of individuals falsely claiming to represent Ventra Health or one of our affiliated entities Ventra Health Private Limited and Ventra Health Global Services These scammers may attempt to conduct fake interviews solicit personal information and in some cases have sent fraudulent offer letters To protect yourself verify any communication you receive by contacting us directly through our official channels If you have any doubts please contact us at Careers VentraHealth com to confirm the legitimacy of the offer and the person who contacted you All legitimate roles are posted on https ventrahealth com careers