Radiation Therapy Clinical Documentation Auditor, WCI Business Clinic Office, FT, 8:00A- 4:30P
About The Position
The Therapist/Clinical Documentation Auditor serves as a resource to Radiation Oncologists, Physicists, Dosimetrists, and Therapists on complete and accurate patient documentation and billing. The role acts as a liaison between staff and coders, helping build a shared understanding of the uses of medical record documentation. The specialist provides expertise on how documentation affects patient care, quality outcome measures, prior authorizations, insurance denials, and correct reimbursement. The Clinical Documentation Auditor reviews electronic medical records, notes, dictation, and related documentation to ensure accurate and timely submission of charges for technical services. The auditor resolves coding issues, provides ongoing feedback to staff, and assists with educational in-services as requested to help ensure coding requirements are met.
Requirements
- Associate degree.
- ARRT Registered Technologist - Radiation Therapy license or certification.
- Certification as a Radiation Therapist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology or equivalent.
- Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, charge-entry systems, and medical documentation requirements.
- Ability to enter charges accurately.
- Knowledge of brachytherapy, SRS, Xofigo, Theraspheres, Tomotherapy, TrueBeam, and linear accelerators.
- At least 2 years of experience.
Nice To Haves
- American Medical Accounting and Consulting, Inc. Radiation Oncology Certified Coders Certification or equivalent is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Advise Radiation Oncologists, Physicists, Dosimetrists, and Therapists on complete and accurate patient documentation and billing.
- Liaise between staff and coders to promote understanding of the uses of medical record documentation.
- Provide expertise regarding the effects of documentation on patient care, quality outcome measures, prior authorizations, insurance denials, and reimbursement.
- Review electronic medical records, notes, dictation, and other related documentation to support accurate and timely charge submission for technical services.
- Resolve coding issues and provide ongoing feedback to staff.
- Assist with educational in-services as requested to ensure coding requirements are met.
Benefits
- Career growth and development opportunities, with clear pathways and ongoing support.
- Comprehensive health and wellness resources.
- A wellness program that can help employees eliminate their medical plan deductible and reduce out-of-pocket healthcare costs.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
