Team Lead, Coding

Surgical Information Systems

. Interface with clients and internal Revenue Cycle teams daily to assist with requests, questions, and information .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in ICD-9/ICD-10 coding conventions and CPT guidelines, with a strong focus on coding accuracy and compliance. Proven ability to educate clients and physicians on documentation practices while managing client relationships effectively.

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ICD-9/ICD-10 CodingCPT CodingCoding Certification (CPC, COC, RHIT, CCS)Outpatient Surgical CodingTeam Leadership Experience

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Hard Skills

Coding AccuracyDiagnostic CodingProcedural CodingMedical TerminologyAnatomy and Physiology KnowledgeDenial ManagementQuality ReviewDocumentation PracticesProduction CodingRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Excellent Organizational SkillsOutstanding Communication SkillsFlexibilityProfessionalismTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Windows-Driven SoftwareHealth Record Documentation Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

AAPC Coding CertificationAHIMA Coding Certification

Industry Keywords

Revenue Cycle ManagementClient ManagementCoding ReviewsClient EscalationsAcute Care CodingInpatient CodingSDS CodingEmergency Room Coding

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interface with clients and internal Revenue Cycle teams daily to assist with requests, questions, and information
Assist the Coding Manager in client management, including emails, phone calls, and video meetings with client staff and physicians
Assist the Coding Manager with denial management and coding reviews to drive client education and satisfaction
Support Coding leadership in addressing and managing client escalations and concerns
Review production coders’ work for quality
Provide clear, concise, and compliant written feedback to coders
Identify coder and/or documentation deficiencies and communicate them to the management team as needed
Participate in production coding daily based on department needs
Apply ICD-9/ICD-10 coding conventions and official CPT, AMA, AAOS, and CCI guidelines
Select appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes using mandated coding and classification systems and official resources
Assign and report codes supported by health record documentation
Consult physicians for clarification and additional documentation when health record data is conflicting or ambiguous
Support optimal legally entitled facility payment
Educate physicians and clinicians on proper documentation practices
Maintain and enhance coding skills, staying current with code, guideline, and regulatory changes
Maintain a coding accuracy average of 90% or above
Provide coding coverage based on client needs and daily capacity

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school graduate or GED certification
Coding certification through AAPC or AHIMA (CPC, COC, RHIT, CCS, etc., no apprentice designation)
Successful completion of formal education in basic ICD-9-CM/ICD-10/CPT coding, medical terminology, anatomy/physiology and disease process
5 years outpatient surgical coding
1 year of team lead experience or successful display of leadership qualities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
A high degree of flexibility and professionalism
Excellent organizational skills
Outstanding communications skills; both verbal and written
Knowledge of computers and Windows-driven software
Excellent command of written and spoken English
Minimum of 2 years acute care coding experience of all patient types: Inpatient, SDS and ER, with strong experience in Inpatient
At this time we are unable to sponsor H1B candidates

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefit package including Medical, Vision, Dental, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
Vacation/Sick time
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid Holidays
SIS Cares Day
Hybrid or Remote environment depending on the role