YOU BELONG HERE What Awaits You?

• Career growth and development
• Employee and Dependent Tuition Assistance
• Diverse and collaborative working environment
• Affordable and comprehensive benefits package

Our competitive Benefit Package is designed to support the well-being and financial security of our employees. You can explore the details of our benefits offering by visiting the following link: https://jhhs.mybenefitsjhhs.com/ Summary: The Lead for Coding Specialist I (CS I) assists the Outpatient Coding Supervisor, Clinic and Outpatient with oversight of daily coding operations. This may include work volume and distribution, workflow evaluations and testing. This position may also include reviewing and reconciling reports, providing coding training within the Outpatient Coding Division and performing research on coding issues. In addition, the Lead CS I analyzes and interprets documentation in the patient record to accurately code and abstract data for diagnostic and clinic patient records as well as provides coverage to Emergency Department (ED) diagnosis and procedure coding (no charging) for the JHHS enterprise. The Lead Coding Specialist I will also be responsible for using revenue management software to identify and resolve coding and claim edits. Utilizing a computerized encoder and multiple databases, abstracts data from clinical documentation in the electronic health record, and assigns classification codes in accordance with Federal, State, and organizational guidelines to ensure accurate and timely billing and reporting. Queries physicians as needed to clarify documentation necessary to ensure accurate code assignment. Organizes and prioritizes work to meet goals and timelines. Maintains and expands knowledge of coding and sequencing guidelines to ensure coding compliance and accuracy. Education: High school diploma or GED required. Associates or higher degree in health information management or healthcare related field preferred. Required Licensure, Certification, On-going Training:

• Active approved coding credential from AAPC or AHIMA upon hire.

Work Experience:

• Two years coding experience

Salary Range: Minimum 22.33/hour - Maximum 36.86/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices. Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.