Clin Charge Capture Spec

UMass Memorial Health•Worcester, MA

7d•$21 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for reviewing standard Epic Reports to identify and resolve charge-related issues. The role involves reviewing and resolving assigned edits and workqueues within a prescribed timeframe. The Clin Charge Capture Spec will also provide support to Professional Revenue Integrity Specialists and Hospital Billing CDM Specialists for various audits and educational sessions. UMass Memorial Health emphasizes that everyone is a caregiver, playing an important part in the relentless pursuit of healing for patients, the community, and each other. The health system is comprised of over 20,000 employees working together to provide exceptional patient care, academic excellence, and leading-edge research.

Requirements

High School diploma required.
Demonstrated leadership ability, initiative, teamwork and assertiveness.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Computer skills and ability to access and use multiple data systems including various PC applications, e.g. Excel, Word, Access and Power Point.
Analytical, research and evaluation skills required to make recommendations and implement operational improvement strategies as part of a cohesive team.
Ability to effectively interact with various people and adhere to team management concepts.
Must have the ability to maintain a positive attitude and professional manner when interacting with team members, management and other staff members.

Nice To Haves

Associate of Arts degree in the medical field (i.e., Medical Assistant, Medical Coding, etc.)
Experience working in a healthcare environment.
Knowledge in ICD and CPT / HCPCS coding, 3rd party payer requirements and federal and state guidelines and regulations pertaining to coding and billing practices preferred

Responsibilities

Reviews standard Epic Reports (Open Encounter Report, workqueues and Revenue and Usage report) to identify and resolve charge related issues, e.g., incomplete, missed, or incorrect charges.
Reviews and resolves all assigned edits / respective workqueues within prescribed timeframe.
Collaborates with clinicians, Professional Billing Revenue Integrity Specialists and Hospital Billing CDM Specialists for proper workqueue resolution.
Produces and distributes standard reports to Clinic managers and Clinical leads, as assigned.
Collaborates with Clinical lead(s), managers and physicians for submissions to add new services or make changes to the Charge Description Master / Charge Generation Tracker.
Provides support to Professional Billing Revenue Integrity Specialists and Hospital Billing CDM Specialists and / or Auditors for routine audits and education sessions.
Performs downtime procedure process for billing area / cost center, as assigned.
Works independently while contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team objectives and goals.
Complies with established departmental policies, procedures and objectives.
Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.
Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.
Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.
Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients and visitors.
Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.