Medical Coding Team Lead

InfinxMobile, AL, US

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Job Description

About Our Company :

At Infinx, we're a fast-growing company focused on delivering innovative technology solutions to meet our clients' needs. We partner with healthcare providers to leverage automation and intelligence, overcoming revenue cycle challenges and improving reimbursements for patient care. Our clients include physician groups, hospitals, pharmacies, and dental groups.

We're looking for experienced associates and partners with expertise in areas that align with our clients' needs. We value individuals who are passionate about helping others, solving challenges, and improving patient care while maximizing revenue. Diversity and inclusivity are central to our values, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and heard.

A 2025 Great Place to Work ®

In 2025, Infinx was certified as a Great Place to Work ® in both the U.S. and India, underscoring our commitment to fostering a high-trust, high-performance workplace culture. This marks the fourth consecutive year that Infinx India has achieved certification and the first time the company has earned recognition in the U.S.

Summary Description :

Under the directions of the Coding Manager, this position will be responsible for CPT and ICD-10 coding while ensuring accuracy, maximum reimbursement, and minimizing denials. You will serve as the primary point of contact for coding questions for a team of Medical Coding Specialists. The Coding Team Lead also assists with the team's time management and will work closely with the RCM leadership to review and address the team's performance.

Location : Mobile, AL preferred but willing to hire remote

Responsibilities :

Assigns accurately and sequences appropriately ICD-10 and CPT codes and all applicable modifiers
Collaborate with Providers or Department Contacts as appropriate when documentation in the medical record is inadequate, ambiguous, or unclear for coding purposes
Monitor regulatory and payer changes as they apply to diagnostic and procedure coding
Identify system edits, payer rejection, and insurance denial trends for client policy and procedure improvement
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the current coding practices by continuing education and reading resource material
Provide guidance and coaching to team members on revenuParticipate in mete cycle processes and procedures
Monitor and report on team performance metrics to senior management by reviewing batches, import status, etc.
Participate in meetings at all levels within RCM and Client as required
Ensure denials are being worked in a timely manner and escalate status and concerns to the Senior Coding Manager
Develop and maintain processes to monitor pended charges and report to appropriate parties
Manage team's time / PTO requests, ensuring the Department maintains adequate coverage
Participate in recruitment efforts
Continuously assess volumes and work assignments to ensure charges are processed within acceptable timeframes and report delays to Senior Coding Manager
Other innovative and progressive duties as assigned

Skills and Education :

High School Diploma or GED

3-5 years of experience in medical coding and auditing

Professional / Outpatient physician and / or multi-speciality coding experience preferred

Nationally recognized coding credential including, but not limited to CPC, COC, CCS, CCS-P, RHIA or RHIT through AHIMA / AAPC.

Understanding of CPT, HCPCS, CDT, and ICD-10 codes as well as medical terminology.

Strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization

Ability to work under general supervision

Ability to work in a fast-paced department and handle multiple tasks, work with interruptions, and deal effectively with confidential information

Excellent telephone etiquette, presentation skills, and problem-resolution skills

Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to navigate various EHR / EMR systems

Highly organized and detail-oriented

Full understanding of the requirements to meet HIPPA regulations and the ability to treat all patient information and data with complete confidentiality and take all precautions to secure this information

Ability to cooperate fully in all risk management activities and investigations for QM purposes

Company Benefits and Perks :

Joining Infinx comes with an array of benefits, flexible work hours when possible, and a genuine sense of belonging to a dynamic and growing organization.

Access to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.

Paid Time Off.

Holidays.

Additional benefits, including Pet Care Coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and discounted services.

If you are a dedicated and experienced Healthcare Coding Specialist ready to contribute to our mission and be part of our diverse and inclusive community, we invite you to apply and join our team at Infinx.

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