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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Behavioral Health Coder, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Behavioral Health Coder, you need a thorough understanding of behavioral health diagnoses, medical terminology, and coding systems, typically backed by certification such as CPC, CCS, or CRC. Mastery of coding software, electronic health records (EHRs), and familiarity with HIPAA regulations are essential. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective remote communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure accurate coding, compliance with regulations, and efficient collaboration in a remote healthcare environment.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in remote behavioral health coding, and how can they be managed?

One common challenge in remote behavioral health coding is staying updated with frequently changing coding guidelines and payer policies specific to behavioral health services. Working remotely can also make it harder to quickly clarify documentation with providers, leading to potential delays or errors. To manage these challenges, it's important to participate in ongoing training, use secure digital communication tools to collaborate with clinicians, and join professional coding networks for peer support. Maintaining organized records and regularly reviewing updates from organizations like the AAPC or AHIMA can also help ensure accuracy and compliance.

What is remote behavioral health coding?

Remote behavioral health coding involves assigning standardized codes to behavioral health diagnoses and procedures based on medical records, while working from a location outside of a traditional healthcare facility. Professionals in this field use coding systems like ICD-10-CM and CPT to ensure accurate documentation and billing for mental health services. Remote coders must have a strong understanding of behavioral health terminology, privacy regulations, and insurance requirements. This role typically requires certification and experience in medical coding, along with the ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.
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Manager Coding Education and Denials

Manager Coding Education and Denials

Lee Health

Fort Myers, FL • Remote

$38.48 - $50.01/hr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago


Lee Health rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 191 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

444th of 877 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Location: Remote - Florida

Department: Coding

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/ to

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$38.48 - $50.01 / hr

Summary

Lee Health is seeking a Manager, Medical Coding & Education to lead our Physician Group (LPG) coding education and reimbursement specialist teams. This role plays a critical part in strengthening documentation quality, coding accuracy, and denial prevention across the organization. The Manager will oversee educational audit programs, develop provider education initiatives, and guide teams responsible for coding education, denial appeals, and documentation improvement.

This position partners closely with physicians, advanced practice providers (APPs), coding teams, revenue integrity, compliance, and information systems teams to support accurate claims reporting, regulatory compliance, and optimized reimbursement. The ideal candidate brings deep professional coding expertise, leadership experience, and the ability to translate complex regulatory guidance into actionable education for providers and operational leaders.

What Youll Do
  • Lead and oversee the LPG Coding Education and Reimbursement Specialist teams, ensuring high-quality audits, education initiatives, and denial prevention strategies.

  • Develop and maintain coding education programs, presentations, tip sheets, newsletters, and on-demand training focused on documentation improvement and coding accuracy.

  • Analyze trends in coding errors, documentation deficiencies, and claim denials, and implement targeted education plans to address improvement opportunities.

  • Provide subject matter expertise on CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, and E/M documentation guidelines for physicians, APPs, coders, and leadership.

  • Research, appeal, and resolve denied insurance claims related to coding and documentation accuracy to protect organizational revenue.

  • Communicate complex regulatory guidance from agencies such as CMS, AMA, OIG, and other regulatory bodies into clear, actionable education.

  • Maintain detailed records of audits, provider outcomes, and educational initiatives while monitoring performance improvement efforts.

  • Collaborate with Compliance, Revenue Integrity, Coding, and Accounts Receivable teams to ensure accurate claims reporting and regulatory adherence.

  • Partner with Information Systems and Medical Informatics teams to enhance Epic documentation tools, including templates, smart phrases, and workflow improvements.

  • Represent coding and documentation education in committees, meetings, and new service line planning initiatives.

Required Qualifications

Education

  • Associates degree in business or a related field or two years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.

Experience

  • Minimum 3 years of professional coding experience.

  • Minimum 2 years of supervisory or project leadership experience.

  • Extensive knowledge of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, outpatient coding, E/M guidelines, and documentation standards.

  • Experience researching and resolving coding-related claim denials.

Certifications

  • CPC Certified Professional Coder (required)

  • CPMA Certified Professional Medical Auditor (required)

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in coding education, training, or leadership roles.

  • Experience presenting to physicians, leadership, and operational teams.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Key Skills
  • Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to educate providers and leadership audiences.

  • Excellent analytical thinking and investigative research skills.

  • Ability to interpret regulatory guidance and translate it into actionable education.

  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across departments and leadership levels.

  • Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic, fast-paced healthcare environment.

Why Lee Health

Lee Health is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit health system serving Southwest Florida. Our mission-driven culture emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement to deliver exceptional care to our community. As part of our team, youll help advance documentation excellence, regulatory compliance, and revenue integrity while supporting clinicians across the organization.

Location: Remote must reside in Florida.


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About Lee Health

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Lee Health is one of the largest public health systems in the U.S. and one of the largest not-for-profit public health systems in Florida. With 4 acute care hospitals; Lee Memorial, Healthpark Medical Center, Cape Coral Hospital and Gulf Coast Medical Center, two specialty hospitals; Gaisano Children's Hospital and The Rehab Hospital. Lee Physician Group with over 80 practices throughout Southwest Florida, a Regional Cancer Center, seven outpatient centers, three walk-in clinics and two pediatric outpatient facilities. HEALTHGRADES ranks Lee Healths four acute care hospitals in the top 5% in the nation for overall clinical excellence in 2019, 2020, 2021 AND 2022 and is included in America's 250 Best Hospitals

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Fort Myers, FL, US

Year founded

1916