Charge Positing Specialist

Kaweah Health•Visalia, CA

4d•$20 - $30

About The Position

The Charge Positing Specialist reviews and accurately enters charges for patients seen in the ED, UCC, SPC, or Surgery. The role audits patient accounts and medical record documentation before charges are submitted, checks records for accuracy, and reports errors or omissions to the Director or Nurse Manager. The specialist also recommends improvements to charting that can improve charge capture, supports quality improvement activities, and helps meet the needs of department customers.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Analytical and problem-solving skills to correct errors, notice trends, and respond to factual information using established procedures.
Ability to operate a computer and basic office equipment.
Ability to use software such as charge/codefinder.
Proficiency in medical terminology and knowledge of basic medical coding, ICD-10, CPT, operating procedures, and practices.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to multitask and prioritize needs to meet required timelines.

Nice To Haves

Certification from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (APPC).
Completion of a certificate program in a medical-related field, billing, medical assisting, or coding.
Cerner, Soarian Financial, or similar software experience.
One year of medical billing experience posting healthcare payments.

Responsibilities

Audit patient accounts and medical record documentation before submission of charges.
Accurately enter charge data for ED, UCC, SPC, or Surgery records and ensure accurate chart review and charge entry.
Notify the Director or Nurse Manager of errors and omissions in medical records for services rendered.
Ensure work provides value to and meets the needs of department customers.
Participate in quality improvement activities as assigned.
Provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Provide recommendations to management for charting improvements that support better charge capture.