Role Description
This position serves a critical function within Duke Healthβs Charge Description Master (CDM) team by supporting revenue integrity and charge capture optimization initiatives. Responsibilities include:
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Reviewing pre-bill accounts flagged through Epic Revenue Guardian edits.
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Entering missing hospital (HB) charges based on supporting medical documentation.
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Leveraging critical-thinking and analytical skills to evaluate charge capture opportunities.
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Determining appropriate charge corrections.
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Developing strategies for implementing new Revenue Guardian edits to reduce revenue leakage.
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Exercising independent judgment and problem-solving abilities while providing analytical support related to third-party payer reimbursement and contract compliance.
Duties and Responsibilities of this Level
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Conducting quality control audits to ensure data/documentation integrity, and trending of accounts that qualify for Revenue Guardian edits. (20%)
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Serving as Subject Matter Expert to leadership on issues related to Revenue Integrity. (10%)
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Preparing monthly reports and educational presentations for clinical departments and Revenue Manager teams. (20%)
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Following up with appropriate health team members to ensure accurate and complete documentation in the medical record. (20%)
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Reviewing charges and payments for accuracy from contracted payers and managing the appeals process. (20%)
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Performing other related duties incidental to the work described herein. (10%)
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, management, healthcare administration, nursing or other related degree.
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3 years of experience related to coding is required.
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Charge capture, reporting, and analysis experience is preferred.
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Coding certification (e.g. CPC, CCS, RHIA, RHIT) is required.
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In-depth knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid regulations, including billing, coding and documentation requirements.
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Revenue Cycle experience.
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Strong oral and written communication skills.
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Research-oriented with ability to critically analyze and reason large amounts of data.
Company Description