Medical Coding Manager

Sprinter Health

. Lead, coach, and support a remote team of medical coders and coding auditors .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in medical coding leadership, including managing remote teams, developing coding education programs, and ensuring compliance with coding guidelines. Proficient in ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and coding audits while fostering a culture of trust and effective communication.

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Active AAPC CertificationICD-10-CM Coding ExpertisePro-Fee Coding KnowledgeCoding Education Program DevelopmentRemote Team Management

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Hard Skills

Medical CodingICD-10-CMCPTHCPCSPro-Fee CodingHCC/Risk Adjustment CodingCoding AuditsCompliance Metrics TrackingCoding Guidelines FamiliarityProductivity Reporting

Soft Skills

Coaching SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam LeadershipProblem-SolvingMentoring

Tools & Technologies

EHR SystemsEncoder/Coding SoftwareGoogle WorkspaceProductivity/Quality Reporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

AAPC CertificationAHIMA Certification

Industry Keywords

Revenue CycleCompliance StandardsDenial TrendsValue-Based CareQuality Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, coach, and support a remote team of medical coders and coding auditors
Set expectations, conduct regular 1:1s, and foster a culture of trust and respect
Manage day-to-day coding operations, including work queue oversight, workload balancing, and turnaround-time performance
Track and report accuracy, productivity, and compliance metrics
Serve as the primary escalation point for coding questions and complex scenarios
Partner with Revenue Cycle, Compliance, and audit resources on issues, audit findings, and denial trends
Ensure accurate, complete, and compliant coding under ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, CMS, and payer-specific guidelines
Develop, maintain, and socialize coding policies, playbooks, and job aids
Design and own coding education programs, including onboarding, ramp plans, competency checklists, and 30/60/90-day milestones
Deliver ongoing training on guideline updates, payer changes, error patterns, and company-specific workflows
Maintain a centralized library of training materials, guides, FAQs, tip sheets, and videos
Provide individual coaching based on performance data, audit/denial trends, and observed needs
Support coders in maintaining and advancing professional certifications and continuing education
Foster peer knowledge sharing and reinforce confidentiality and HIPAA/compliance standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active AAPC certification (e.g., CPC, COC) or AHIMA certification (CCS-P, CCS)
Minimum 5 years of professional coding experience
At least 2 years in a senior, lead, or supervisory role supporting other coders
Strong understanding of pro-fee coding, including preventive care, primary care, diagnostics, and virtual/telehealth services
Deep knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers, and national/payer-specific guidelines
Demonstrated experience designing and delivering coding education, including trainings/huddles, guides, and mentoring
Familiarity with HCC/risk adjustment coding and value-based care and quality programs
Experience presenting to and working with external clients or partners, including client-facing reports, analytics, and coding-related insights
Proficiency with EHR systems, encoder/coding software, and productivity/quality reporting tools
Excellent communication and coaching skills
Ability to explain complex coding topics to coding and non-coding audiences, internally and externally
Proven ability to work independently and prioritize effectively
Ability to manage a remote team
Experience with Elation and Google Workspace is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity
100% paid health, dental, and vision premiums, including for families
Generous parental leave: 4 months for birthing parent and 2 months for partners
401(k) with company match
Unlimited PTO
Flexible schedule