Director, Medical Coding Operations

Details

Open Date 06/02/2026

Requisition Number PRN45238B

Job Title Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management

Working Title Director, Medical Coding Operations

Career Progression Track M00

Track Level M6 - Director

FLSA Code Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

UMB Office Hours; M-F 8:00am to 5:00pm Mountain Time

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Department 00209 - Univ Medical Billing - Oper

Location Other

City Other

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $140,000 to $175,000 per year

Close Date 08/02/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) 06/16/2026

Job Summary

University Medical Billing ( UMB ) is a fully remote department that is viewed as the premier billing office for the University of Utah School of Medicine, serving over 1,800 providers and 30 different specialties across Utah and surrounding states. We strive to be a great place to work while providing the best service to our customers. Our leaders and employees value collaboration, innovation, and accountability, and believe a successful candidate will exemplify these attributes too.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Medical Coding Operations Director to join our leadership team. As the Medical Coding Operations Director, you will be responsible for directing the revenue cycle operations for an organization that provides healthcare patient services. Working with senior leadership to develop revenue cycle strategies that maximize process efficiency and reimbursement. Leading process improvement across the functional teams that contribute to the revenue cycle, such as claims, billing, and payment posting. Monitoring the effectiveness of activities contributing to the revenue cycle to identifying and reducing missed revenue opportunities. Remaining knowledgeable of insurance policy and governmental regulations affecting billing practices to ensure organizational compliance.

First-level director. Assists executives and/or senior directors in defining organizational goals and strategic plans. Extensive business knowledge with comprehensive understanding of the organization and functional area.

Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check and the adherence to departmental policies, including UMB’s Telecommuting Agreement which requires a distraction-free and HIPAA compliant workplace, cameras on for all virtual calls/meetings, and the ability to work during office hours or assigned shift (M-F, approximately 8am to 5pm Mountain Time) regardless of what time zone you live in. Additionally, new hires are required to provide their own monitors (two) and reliable internet service.

Compensation & Benefits

The starting salary for this position is $140,000 to $175,000 per year , depending on experience. Members of UMB are eligible for a bonus based on department performance. All team members are eligible for the University’s comprehensive benefit package that includes 90% employer-paid medical insurance, a generous 14.2% retirement contribution, reduced tuition, PTO and holiday pay, and more!

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Direct Strategy
• This role is critical to advancing organizational financial stewardship and compliance by ensuring coding excellence, operational efficiency, and continuous innovation across the revenue cycle.
• Operational leadership and Strategy
• Lead and oversee medical coding operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
• Develop and execute coding strategies aligned with organizational and revenue objectives.
• Partner with revenue cycle, clinical, and compliance leadership to ensure alignment and integration.
• Coding Integrity & Compliance
• Establish and maintain coding policies and procedures in accordance with regulatory and industry standards.
• Ensure compliance with ICD -10-CM, CPT , and HCPCS level II coding guidelines. Monitor regulatory updates and proactively adjust coding practices as required.
• Lead coding integrity initiatives to maintain high standards of compliance and documentation accuracy.
• Revenue optimization & performance improvement
• Improve revenue cycle outcomes through accurate and compliant coding practices.
• Identify and address the root causes of coding-related denials and revenue leakage.
• Implement strategies to improve first-pass resolution rates and reduce rework.
• Collaborate and partner with clinical and billing teams to enhance documentation accuracy and coding alignment.
• Process improvement and technology integration strategies: identify opportunities to improve coding processes, implement innovative practices, and integrate technology solutions to enhance workflow and documentation accuracy.
• Audit, Quality & Risk Management
• Develop and maintain a structured audit and review program to assess coding accuracy and compliance.
• Establish routine audit cadence (e.g., monthl…