Job Description
Job Description
- THIS IS A FULLY ONSITE POSITION
SUMMARY
The primary responsibility of the Charge Capture Coordinator is to monitor clinical activities related to billing compliance. This
position acts as a liaison between the facility and the Centralized Business Office. This position must have the ability to work
effectively with payers, patients, clinicians, Health Information Management, and other employees.
REQUIREMENTS
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :
Performs clinical reviews of medical records and associated billing to identify potential billing inaccuraciesWorks closely with clinical departments to improve charging related workflowCoordinates charge reviews for retrospective or concurrent, corporate special projects, and other billing reviews as identifiedAdheres to corporate procedures for additions, deletions, and other changes to the charge master to ensure accuracyWorks with other parts of the organization (clinical, materials management) in an effort to maintain departmental CDMsFollows established and departmental policies, procedures, objectives, the workplace Code of Conduct. Practices a high level of integrity andhonesty in maintaining confidentiality
Ensures all implant charges are submitted within 24-48 hours of service date using the mark up and charging methodology in placeCoordinates the timely purchase order processing and ensures that the agreed upon purchase order amount matches the actual purchaseorder and invoice received from vendors
Act as a backup for OR Charge Coordination and assists with back up log for charge postingAssist with ad-hoc finance operations and revenue cycle projectsPerforms other duties as assignedEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :
Minimum 2 years of experience with charge capture auditing, clinical documentation integrity or similar role for a complex acute care institution preferredABILITIES REQUIREMENTS :
Broad knowledge of health care and / or hospital business office practices and principlesKnowledge and understanding of state and federal rules and regulations related to Medicare and MediCalMust possess proficient computer skills, Microsoft Word, and ExcelStrong verbal and written communication skillsStrong customer service skills that ensure a high level of customer satisfaction and promotes collaborative alliances and team workMust be able to set up and organize own work priorities and adapt to them as they change frequentlyPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Body Positions : Sitting and standing for prolonged periods.Body Movements : Arm and hand dexterity.Body Senses : Must have command of close and distant sight, color perception and hearing.Strength : Ability to lift and move up to 25-pounds