Datavant is a data platform company and the world’s leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right format.
Our platform is powered by the largest, most diverse health data network in the U.S., enabling data to be secure, accessible and usable to inform better health decisions. Datavant is trusted by the world’s leading life sciences companies, government agencies, and those who deliver and pay for care.
By joining Datavant today, you’re stepping onto a high-performing, values-driven team. Together, we’re rising to the challenge of tackling some of healthcare’s most complex problems with technology-forward solutions. Datavanters bring a diversity of professional, educational and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare.
What We’re Looking For
A Coding Supervisor capable of overseeing the daily operations of the inpatient and outpatient coding team to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant coding of hospital inpatient encounters. This role includes staff supervision, quality assurance, workflow management, training, and collaboration with other departments to optimize coding performance and support revenue cycle integrity.
What You Will Do
Team Leadership & Management
- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate inpatient and outpatient coding staff, including remote employees.
- Coordinate work assignments and schedules to ensure productivity and turnaround time goals are met.
- Provide regular performance feedback and conduct annual evaluations.
- Support team development through training, mentoring, and continuing education.
Operations & Reporting
- Track and report on coding productivity and quality metrics for leadership review.
- Maintain coding policies, procedures, and workflow documentation.
- Implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
- Ensure coding is completed within established turnaround times to support timely billing.
What You Need to Succeed
- 2+ years of supervisory experience; 3+ years of inpatient coding experience with ICD-10-CM/PCS and MS-DRGs.
- Minimum 1–2 years in a coding lead, auditor, or supervisory role.
- Associate’s degree in Health Information Management, or related field preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management or Healthcare Administration preferred.
- Required: CCS, RHIA, or RHIT (AHIMA) CDIP, CHC, or other advanced coding/audit certifications
- Experience with EHRs (Epic, Cerner, Meditech, etc.) and encoder software preferred.
What Helps You Stand Out
- Self-starter with the ability to hit the ground running.
- Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy.
- Adaptable and resourceful in managing competing priorities.
- Team-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
- Expert knowledge of coding guidelines, DRG assignment, and reimbursement methodology.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication and leadership skills.
- Proficiency in productivity and audit tracking tools.
- Strong Prioritization and Time Management Skills
What We Offer
- Benefits for Full-Time employees: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Savings Plan w/match, Unlimited paid time off, and Paid Holidays, Floating Holidays.
- Equipment: monitor, laptop, mouse, headset, and keyboard.
- Comprehensive training led by a credentialed professional coding manager.
- Exceptional service-style management and mentorship (we’re in this together!) and more.
We are committed to building a diverse team of Datavanters who are all responsible for stewarding a high-performance culture in which all Datavanters belong and thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
At Datavant our total rewards strategy powers a high-growth, high-performance, health technology company that rewards our employees for transforming health care through creating industry-defining data logistics products and services.
The range posted is for a given job title, which can include multiple levels. Individual rates for the same job title may differ based on their level, responsibilities, skills, and experience for a specific job.
To ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post-offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID-19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, and/or religion.
This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship.
Datavant is committed to a work environment free from job discrimination. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. To learn more about our commitment, please review our EEO Commitment Statement here. Know Your Rights, explore the resources available through the EEOC for more information regarding your legal rights and protections. In addition, Datavant does not and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay.
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