Veterans in Healthcare
Charge Capture Coordinator - Clinical Revenue Integrity - Full Time 8 Hour Days
Veterans in Healthcare, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Charge Capture Coordinator - Clinical Revenue Integrity - Full Time 8 Hour Days
Non-Exempt, Non-Union
Location: Los Angeles, CA | Full Time | Posted 3 Days Ago | Job Requisition ID: REQ20170024
Overview Under the general direction of the Revenue Manager, the Charge Capture Coordinator is primarily responsible for unit and area specific charge capture of clinical services and procedures within revenue producing departments throughout the system. The coordinator enters charges into the Cerner or PBAR billing system, performs due diligence, reconciles department records with billing reports, audits for completeness, corrects errors, and communicates missing documentation for process improvement.
Responsibilities
Review department clinical documentation from multiple sources and enter hospital charges accurately, timely and in accordance with Keck Medical Center of USC charge capture policies/guidelines into Patient Accounting System -Cerner or PBAR.
Demonstrate proficiency in using Keck Medical Center of USC charge capture policies, rules, criteria and decision trees (algorithms) to assign the correct charge code.
Show understanding of CMS Medicare billing rules, regulations, and compliance related to outpatient intravenous infusion and chemotherapy administration charges, observation charging and other service line charges.
Perform daily charge reconciliation on accounts; check charges for accuracy and completeness and correct errors.
Notify other parties such as the Coding Manager, Clinical Department Manager, or Patient Accounting Manager when charges or documentation are incomplete.
Attend scheduled meetings and trainings and be accountable for what has been discussed in staff meetings.
Identify events requiring administrative review and forward them promptly to the appropriate Revenue Cycle Supervisor, Manager or Director.
Review own work for accuracy and completeness prior to end of shift.
Focus daily on attaining productivity standards and recommend new approaches for enhancing performance and productivity when appropriate.
Alert management staff of any situation that may negatively impact the patient, department operations, public relations, or hospital integrity.
Adhere to health information regulations including HIPAA.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of clinical or healthcare disciplines such as previous hospital or medical office, charge entry or medical records experience.
Excellent data entry and quality outcome skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and other tools as needed.
Communicates clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.
Knowledge and understanding of organizational policies, procedures and systems.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient, physician and health system information.
Strong interpersonal, teamwork and customer service skills.
Ability to maintain minimum standards of productivity and accuracy.
Strong analytical skills.
Understanding and experience with computerized billing systems.
Current knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
Basic coding knowledge.
Preferred Qualifications
Related undergraduate study or college or trade school coursework.
One year experience with advanced education degree/certification.
Knowledge of legal and fiscal requirements in the healthcare industry.
Required Licenses / Certifications
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) – must be obtained within 30 days of hire if not already held and maintained through renewal before expiration date (Required within LA City only).
Certified Coding Specialist – CCS (AHIMA) or CPC from AAPC or related HFMA, AHIMA certification (Preferred).
Annual Salary $29.00 – $45.20 per hour.
Equal Opportunity Employment USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
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Location: Los Angeles, CA | Full Time | Posted 3 Days Ago | Job Requisition ID: REQ20170024
Overview Under the general direction of the Revenue Manager, the Charge Capture Coordinator is primarily responsible for unit and area specific charge capture of clinical services and procedures within revenue producing departments throughout the system. The coordinator enters charges into the Cerner or PBAR billing system, performs due diligence, reconciles department records with billing reports, audits for completeness, corrects errors, and communicates missing documentation for process improvement.
Responsibilities
Review department clinical documentation from multiple sources and enter hospital charges accurately, timely and in accordance with Keck Medical Center of USC charge capture policies/guidelines into Patient Accounting System -Cerner or PBAR.
Demonstrate proficiency in using Keck Medical Center of USC charge capture policies, rules, criteria and decision trees (algorithms) to assign the correct charge code.
Show understanding of CMS Medicare billing rules, regulations, and compliance related to outpatient intravenous infusion and chemotherapy administration charges, observation charging and other service line charges.
Perform daily charge reconciliation on accounts; check charges for accuracy and completeness and correct errors.
Notify other parties such as the Coding Manager, Clinical Department Manager, or Patient Accounting Manager when charges or documentation are incomplete.
Attend scheduled meetings and trainings and be accountable for what has been discussed in staff meetings.
Identify events requiring administrative review and forward them promptly to the appropriate Revenue Cycle Supervisor, Manager or Director.
Review own work for accuracy and completeness prior to end of shift.
Focus daily on attaining productivity standards and recommend new approaches for enhancing performance and productivity when appropriate.
Alert management staff of any situation that may negatively impact the patient, department operations, public relations, or hospital integrity.
Adhere to health information regulations including HIPAA.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of clinical or healthcare disciplines such as previous hospital or medical office, charge entry or medical records experience.
Excellent data entry and quality outcome skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and other tools as needed.
Communicates clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.
Knowledge and understanding of organizational policies, procedures and systems.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient, physician and health system information.
Strong interpersonal, teamwork and customer service skills.
Ability to maintain minimum standards of productivity and accuracy.
Strong analytical skills.
Understanding and experience with computerized billing systems.
Current knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
Basic coding knowledge.
Preferred Qualifications
Related undergraduate study or college or trade school coursework.
One year experience with advanced education degree/certification.
Knowledge of legal and fiscal requirements in the healthcare industry.
Required Licenses / Certifications
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) – must be obtained within 30 days of hire if not already held and maintained through renewal before expiration date (Required within LA City only).
Certified Coding Specialist – CCS (AHIMA) or CPC from AAPC or related HFMA, AHIMA certification (Preferred).
Annual Salary $29.00 – $45.20 per hour.
Equal Opportunity Employment USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Employment Equity
Read USC’s Clery Act Annual Security Report
USC is a smoke-free environment
Digital Accessibility
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