Clinical Coding Supervisor

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Clinical Coding Supervisor to support the daily operations of the Revenue Operations and Coding department. The Clinical Coding Supervisor provides leadership, mentoring, and operational oversight to enhance revenue opportunities, ensure compliance, and maintain high‑quality coding practices. The Clinical Coding Supervisor works closely with leadership to identify trends, improve performance, and support departmental goals.

UT MD Anderson is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Clinical Coding Supervisor plays a critical role in ensuring accurate coding, regulatory compliance, and efficient revenue cycle operations that directly support patient care and organizational excellence.

Minimum $89,000 – Midpoint $111,000 – Maximum $133,000

Work Location:

Remote. Must be able to attend meetings as needed onsite.

• Employer‑paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined‑benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer‑paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

• Implement departmental policies and manage Kronos Dimensions to support institutional goals.
• Provide documented, motivating, and constructive feedback during employee evaluations.
• Communicate and report problems, discussions, and disciplinary actions to management.
• Support organizational changes related to regulations, technology, and compliance requirements.
• Serve as subject matter expert and collaborate on coding policies across teams.
• Participate in internal and external meetings with stakeholders.
• Monitor unbilled accounts, productivity, and DNB and Pre‑AR thresholds.
• Develop staff through guidance, counseling, and performance evaluations.
• Take appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Serve as coding expert for physicians and departments regarding compliant documentation and coding standards.

• Stay current on ICD‑CM, HCC, CPT, modifier updates, and reimbursement methodologies.
• Apply understanding of MUE, LCD/NCD, and NCCI methodologies in outpatient coding.
• Evaluate internal and external audit reports and guide staff to improve findings.
• Maintain adherence to AHIMA, AAPC, AHA, AMA, CMS, and WHO coding standards.
• Monitor denials management changes and communicate prevention strategies.

• Utilize EPIC and 3M 360 Encompass systems for coding workflows.
• Support resolution of system issues through communication with internal and external partners.
• Assist leadership with process improvements in coder workflow and work queue management.

• Anticipate and resolve operational issues and report to Coding Manager.
• Analyze trends and identify areas requiring education or retraining.
• Ensure alignment with departmental goals and revenue optimization initiatives.

• Perform other business‑related tasks as assigned.

• Required:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or a related healthcare field.

• Required:
  
  5 years coding in a physician and/or academic healthcare organization, including three years of lead/supervisory experience.
• May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one‑to‑one basis.
• Preferred:
  Experience with surgery coding, managing a large team, writing workflows and policies.
• Successful completion of the LEADing Self Accelerate and/or LEADing Self Discover programs may substitute for one year of required supervisory or management experience. Completion of both programs can be substituted for a maximum of two years of supervisory or management experience.

• Required:
  
  RHIA – Registered Health Information Administrator…