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Oak St. Health

Physician Assistant

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$78K - $168K/yr

... nurses and care managers. We partner with a network of elite specialists and hospitals for ... Coding, and Health Risk Assessments (HRAs). * Passion for teamwork and the opportunity to ...

Oak St. Health

Physician Assistant

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$87K - $187K/yr

... nurses and care managers. We partner with a network of elite specialists and hospitals for ... Coding, and Health Risk Assessments (HRAs). * Passion for teamwork and the opportunity to ...

HonorHealth

Physician - Physician Network

Mesa, AZ · On-site

Delivers well care as well as a team centered approach to management of chronic disease states to ... by coding guidelines, CMS, HIPAA and other governmental regulations. * Works with Practice ...

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What is a physician coding manager?

A Physician Coding Manager is a healthcare professional responsible for overseeing the medical coding process for physician services within a healthcare organization. They manage a team of coders, ensure compliance with coding regulations, and work to optimize coding accuracy and efficiency. Their role is crucial in ensuring that physicians are properly reimbursed for their services and that the organization avoids legal and financial risks related to coding errors. Physician Coding Managers also provide training, conduct audits, and collaborate with other departments to maintain high standards of coding practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a physician coding manager?

To thrive as a Physician Coding Manager, you need expertise in medical coding, strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems, and often a credential such as CCS, CPC, or RHIA. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, coding audit tools, and coding compliance software is typically required. Excellent leadership, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help manage coding teams and ensure accurate documentation. These abilities are crucial for ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing revenue cycles, and maintaining data integrity in healthcare organizations.

How does a physician coding manager typically collaborate with clinical staff to ensure accurate documentation and coding compliance?

A Physician Coding Manager regularly works closely with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff to clarify documentation and ensure that medical records accurately reflect the care provided. This collaboration often involves conducting training sessions, providing feedback on documentation practices, and addressing coding queries. By fostering open communication, the manager helps reduce coding errors, supports compliance with regulatory standards, and improves overall revenue cycle performance. Effective partnerships with clinical teams are essential for maintaining both the accuracy and integrity of medical coding.

What is the difference between Physician Coding Manager vs Medical Coding Specialist?

AspectPhysician Coding ManagerMedical Coding Specialist
CertificationsAHIMA or AAPC CPC, CCS, or CPC-HAHIMA or AAPC CPC, CCS, or CPC-H
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, hospitals, clinicsMedical offices, billing companies, healthcare providers
Job FocusOversees coding teams, ensures compliance, manages coding processesPerforms detailed medical coding, reviews records, assigns codes
Common UsageHealthcare management, coding departmentsMedical billing, coding departments, healthcare providers

The Physician Coding Manager and Medical Coding Specialist roles both require coding certifications and work within healthcare settings. The manager oversees coding teams and ensures compliance, while the specialist focuses on detailed coding tasks. Both roles are essential in healthcare revenue cycle management, but differ mainly in responsibility level and scope.

What are the most commonly searched types of Physician Coding jobs in Arizona?

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Physician - OB-GYN - Copperstate

Tucson Medical Center

Tucson, AZ • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Job description

Physician - OB-GYN - Copperstate Job CategoryProfessional ScheduleFull time Shift1 - Day Shift

We are seeking an additional OB/GYN to join our team at TMCOne Copperstate OB/GYN in Tucson, Arizona.

TMCOne Copperstate is a respected practice that has been caring for the Tucson community for the past 30 years.  We have a high volume of lovely patients in need of the full spectrum of obstetric and gynecologic care.  We provide obstetrical care for low risk and high risk patients with consultation from our own Maternal Fetal Medicine physicians when desired.  We provide in-office ultrasound services including nuchal translucency, detailed anatomy, 3-D gyn imaging, and ultrasound-guided procedures such as saline-infusion sonography.  Our office is equipped with a surgical suite for in-office procedures including hysteroscopy and endometrial ablation.  We have highly trained gynecologic and robotic surgeons with a focus on minimally invasive surgery for hysterectomy, myomectomy, pelvic organ prolapse, and incontinence.   We would prefer an experienced OB/GYN, but will consider all qualified candidates! 

Tucson is a year round active community with world renowned hiking, bicycling and other abundant activities. Tucson was named first Capital of Gastronomy in the United States with world renowned restaurants and food festivals.

Benefits
Our clinicians enjoy a competitive compensation package with a sign on bonuses and relocation reimbursement

Benefits include:

  • Health (various options), life, vision, dental and disability insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Advanced and continuing medical education
  • Leadership opportunities
  • Professional liability insurance with no tail coverage required (as it is incident based)
  • Support and payment for mandatory license(s) and hospital credentialing
SUMMARY:
Delivers primary or specialty care to new and established patients in accordance with the licensure and the highest standards of quality, integrity and compassion. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Delivers healthcare in a professional manner that strives to meet or exceed those criteria set forth by NCQA, OSHA, CLIA, JCAHO, as well as the internal standards that seek continuous quality improvements.  Provides service to all new and established patients presenting to the practice who meet the standards for a positive physician-patient relationship.  This may include the patient’s willingness to follow physician guidance and eligibility with a health plan, and/or other means to pay for services rendered.  Physician must comply with terms of all payor contracts and any other legal requirements concerning discrimination, access to care and the standard of care.  Maintains Medical Records for all services rendered, tests ordered, prescriptions, advice, and communications, in a manner consistent with NCQA, Bomex, and other regulatory agencies, diagnostic and procedural coding documentation requirements and the standards of good medical care. Maintains good standing with the Federal and State agencies avoiding any action that may lead to sanctioning, exclusion or other ineligible status, and will notify employer immediately of any action, notice, or event that could lead to exclusion or the allegation of malpractice.  Physician will remain current with all licensure requirements, compliance training, to the Facility Code of Conduct, and other regulations or imperatives both current and as yet undefined.  Completes encounter forms (superbills) and submits daily – usually by the conclusion of the visit.  Ensures that the procedural and diagnostic coding is easily affirmed by the legible documentation in the chart. Manages staff in partnership with administration.  Oversees office flow and makes recommendations for efficiency.   (Administration is responsible for hiring, discipline, discharge and time-off requests.  Physician and administration will work together to present a cohesive management style.) Works with Administration to achieve a practice style that meets physician preference, quality criteria and fiscal responsibility.  Physician and administrator work cohesively to manage costs and productivity.  Physician allows administration to achieve or maintain fiscal responsibility by seeking prior approval for any non-routine supplies, appointment availability or other business decisions not directly related to clinical decision making.  Physician works diligently to achieve a productivity standard that allows practice to not lose money and provide sufficient income to run a profitable practice providing quality care.  Financial and scheduling decisions must be approved by administration and physician will cooperate to allow this Corporate standard to be met.  Remains in compliance with the terms of the contract as well as all clinical and employment-related policies and procedures, terms and conditions. Adheres to TMC organizational and department-specific safety, confidentiality, values policies and standards. Performs related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION:  Doctor of Medicine degree. EXPERIENCE:  Prefer experienced, but will consider others LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION: Must be board certified or board eligible KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 
  • Knowledge of all requirements of the Licensure and Board Certification regarding medical practice and the continuing medical education and re-certification requirements as described under the rules of the Arizona Board of Medical Examiners and the applicable professional societies.
  • Ability to build business/clinical relationships with medical staff that benefits TMCH and medical staff as a high priority.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations, such as Code via CPT and ICD-9.
  • Ability to prepare detailed reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
  • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical variances.
  • Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
  • Ability to build accurate business budgets, reasonably projecting operating expenses and revenues.
  • Ability to read and accurately interpret basic business budgetary and financial reports.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

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