Charge Auditor Registered Nurse Per Diem
About The Position
The Charge Auditor Registered Nurse is responsible for maintaining charge capture for Surginet/Allegra using a working knowledge of Lawson and Surginet systems. This role involves maintaining nomenclature for Surginet chargemaster line items, assisting in developing and maintaining surgical supply charges, reviewing and approving changes to the Surginet charge master or p-file, providing monthly reports, and performing chart auditing for correct documentation and charge entry. The position also requires providing regulatory and compliance expertise for Surginet, including maintaining appropriate revenue codes, researching and resolving issues, evaluating and tracking revisions, and assisting with pricing of Surginet line items and new P-files. Additionally, the role includes performing proactive audits of the Surginet system, focusing on charge capture and revenue opportunities, conducting annual compliance reviews, coordinating corrective actions, and providing charge capture activities for optimal compliance and reimbursement. Special projects may include assisting with Surginet-related projects as requested by management and educating new and existing staff on the Surginet system and its functionalities.
Requirements
- Experience with Surginet database.
- Licensed nurse.
- 3-5 years of experience working in a hospital surgical setting.
- Self-directed, minimal supervision required.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Good knowledge of Surginet charge capture.
- Computer skills, i.e. word, excel and database software.
- Current Illinois nursing licensure.
- Ability to work under time pressures and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to interact with associates at all levels within the organization.
- Ability to investigate, analyze and correct any charging issues related to the O.R.
- Must have proven problem-solving abilities and strong analytical skills.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.
Nice To Haves
- Some local travel required.
Responsibilities
- Maintain charge capture for Surginet/Allegra using a working knowledge of Lawson and Surginet systems.
- Maintain nomenclature for Surginet chargemaster line items.
- Assist in developing and maintaining all surgical supply charges in coordination with materials manager, revenue compliance and Surginet information systems.
- Review and approve all requests for Surginet charge master or p-file changes.
- Provide monthly reports on all issues identified and resolved.
- Chart auditing for correct documentation and charge entry.
- Provide Regulatory and Compliance expertise for Surginet.
- Maintain appropriate line items revenue codes.
- Provide research and problem resolution relating to any line items that may have a regulatory or compliance issue.
- Evaluate, submit and track updated revisions for all charges related to Surginet system.
- Assist OR Manager, Materials Manager and team leaders with pricing of Surginet line items as well as pricing for any new P-files submitted.
- Complete audits focusing on charge capture and revenue opportunities.
- Provide annual compliance and line item review of the Surginet system.
- Coordinate corrective actions as necessary with the OR Managers and team leaders.
- Provide charge capture activities for optimal compliance and reimbursement.
- Provide assistance for projects identified as requested by OR Director or Managers regarding Surginet.
- Educate new staff on Surginet and update and reeducate staff on any new functionality of the Surginet system.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off programs
- medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
