Coding Manager
Hybrid | Eagan, MinnesotaAt Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference, join us.
The Impact You Will Have
The Coding Manager at BCBSMN is responsible for overseeing the development and maintenance of coding functions and managing coding associates who complete audits that require coding expertise. The role involves managing daily operations, analyzing data, and reporting to meet department and enterprise goals. The Coding Manager ensures that coding objectives are met in a timely, thorough, consistent, and compliant manner. The ideal candidate has critical thinking skills, knowledge of coding guidelines, and expertise in ICD-10 CM, PCS coding, and CPT/HCPCS systems. Collaboration with all divisions of BCBSMN is essential to meet regulatory and compliance standards for the Health Plan.
Your Responsibilities
Team Management:
- Manage the allocation of resources, including staff and technology, to meet corporate objectives, and regulatory and contractual requirements for handling audits and appeals.
- Interview and hire employees. Conduct performance evaluations and is responsible for managing coding staff, including skill and career development, policy administration, coaching on performance management, behavior, and employee relations.
Operational Goals:
- Monitor and report on production indicators to identify emerging trends & best practices to ensure compliance with department objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in and may lead internal workgroups/committees in support of core and strategic projects that affect business workflow requirements, processes, and rules.
- Actively involved in designing, maintaining, testing, and implementing automation to assist departmental operations to the greatest capacity.
- Assist in developing the annual budget.
Process Improvement:
- Design and execute standard policies, procedures, and queries to enhance documentation quality.
- Provide recommendations and/or modifications to audit materials and processes.
- Leads coding process improvement projects.
Compliance and Education:
- Stay informed about regulatory changes (CMS/Medicaid) and educate team members.
- Analyze and execute compliant coding based on reports and guidelines.
- Identify additional staff training and/or develop training modules/materials.
- Provide recommendations and/or modifications to training materials and workflows.
Collaboration:
- Facilitate communication with direct reports, management, and business partners within the organization. Establish and maintain strong working relationships, both internal and external to the Coding team for seamless integration of coding data.
Required Skills & Experiences
- 5+ years of related professional experience. All relevant experience including work, education, transferable skills, and military experience will be considered.
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification.
- Graduate of a Medical Coding Program or associate degree in a healthcare-related field.
- 2 years staff, team lead and/or multiple project lead experience.
- Extensive knowledge and proficiency of healthcare coding.
- Strong quality improvement skills including data collection and analysis, process mapping and root cause identification.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills.
- Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to develop accurate and appropriate communications.
- Knowledge of healthcare operations.
- Proven ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor others.
- Strong facilitation skills.
- High school diploma (or equivalency) and legal authorization to work in the U.S.
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) or auditing experience.
- Bachelor's Degree or Graduation from a Health Information Technology or Health Information Administration program.
- Previous experience in Coding management.
Compensation and Benefits:
Pay Range: $115,000.00 - $155,300.00 - $195,600.00 Annual
Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including skills, ability, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401k
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
- And more
To discover more about what we have to offer, please review our benefits page.
Role Designation
Hybrid
Anchored in Connection
Our hybrid approach is designed to balance flexibility with meaningful in-person connection and collaboration. We come together in the office two days a week—one designated anchor day with your team, and one day of your choosing. These in-person moments foster relationships, creativity, and alignment. The rest of the week you are empowered to work remote.
Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAt Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. Blue Cross of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains an Affirmative Action plan, as required by Minnesota law applicable to state contractors. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected characteristic.
Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply, please contact us at: talent.acquisition@bluecrossmn.com.
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