CDM Analyst - Revenue Integrity - Remote

<p style="text-align:left">Your job is more than a job</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><b><u>REMOTE REQUIREMENT</u></b></p><p>Must be a resident of Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida or Georgia</p><p></p><p>The CDM (Charge Description Master) Analyst is responsible for supporting the maintenance and optimization of the Charge Description Master (CDM) by analyzing charge codes, conducting data audits, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The CDM Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of charge capture processes across clinical departments.</p><p></p><p><b>Your Everyday</b></p><ul><li>Review and analyze CDM data to ensure that all charge codes are accurate, current, and compliant with industry standards and payer regulations.</li><li>Conduct regular audits of charge codes, procedure codes, and pricing to identify discrepancies or areas for improvement.</li><li>Assist in updating the CDM by adding, modifying, or deleting charge codes as needed, in line with regulatory changes or departmental requests.</li><li>Ensure that all changes to the CDM are appropriately documented and communicated to relevant departments.</li><li>Analyze charge capture processes to ensure that services provided are accurately billed and correctly reflected in the CDM.</li><li>Identify any missing or incorrect charges, working with clinical and billing teams to resolve issues.</li><li>Ensure that all updates and modifications to the CDM adhere to regulatory guidelines, such as those from CMS, Medicare, Medicaid, and other payers.</li><li>Monitor industry changes and payer updates to stay informed of new coding and billing requirements.</li><li>Work with clinical, billing, and coding departments to address charge capture issues and ensure proper usage of CDM codes.</li><li>Act as a resource for staff on CDM-related inquiries and charge coding concerns.</li><li>Participate in audits of the CDM, assisting with the identification of any discrepancies in charge capture and compliance.</li><li>Provide documentation and analysis during external audits, ensuring timely and accurate responses.</li><li>Generate reports on CDM activity, including charge capture trends, audit results, and compliance metrics.</li><li>Ensure the integrity and accuracy of CDM-related data by performing regular data quality checks.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve charge capture processes and optimize revenue by analyzing CDM usage and patterns.</li><li>Provide recommendations for enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of CDM-related operations.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>The Must-Haves</b><br><br><b>Minimum:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>Review and analyze CDM data to ensure that all charge codes are accurate, current, and compliant with industry standards and payer regulations.</li><li>Conduct regular audits of charge codes, procedure codes, and pricing to identify discrepancies or areas for improvement.</li><li>Assist in updating the CDM by adding, modifying, or deleting charge codes as needed, in line with regulatory changes or departmental requests.</li><li>Ensure that all changes to the CDM are appropriately documented and communicated to relevant departments.</li><li>Analyze charge capture processes to ensure that services provided are accurately billed and correctly reflected in the CDM.</li><li>Identify any missing or incorrect charges, working with clinical and billing teams to resolve issues.</li><li>Ensure that all updates and modifications to the CDM adhere to regulatory guidelines, such as those from CMS, Medicare, Medicaid, and other payers.</li><li>Monitor industry changes and payer updates to stay informed of new coding and billing requirements.</li><li>Work with clinical, billing, and coding departments to address charge capture issues and ensure proper usage of CDM codes.</li><li>Act as a resource for staff on CDM-related inquiries and charge coding concerns.</li><li>Participate in audits of the CDM, assisting with the identification of any discrepancies in charge capture and compliance.</li><li>Provide documentation and analysis during external audits, ensuring timely and accurate responses.</li><li>Generate reports on CDM activity, including charge capture trends, audit results, and compliance metrics.</li><li>Ensure the integrity and accuracy of CDM-related data by performing regular data quality checks.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve charge capture processes and optimize revenue by analyzing CDM usage and patterns.</li><li>Provide recommendations for enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of CDM-related operations.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:</b></p><ul><li>3+ years of experience in healthcare auditing, revenue integrity, revenue cycle management, healthcare finance, or a related field</li><li>Minimum of 2 years’ experience as an analyst in a healthcare environment with emphasis on chargemaster, revenue capture, charge auditing, reporting and reimbursement.</li><li>Must have 3 years of experience in a hospital or professional based CPT-4, HCPCS Level II coding and outpatient ICD-10-CM coding experience for multiple hospital departments.</li><li>Strong knowledge of Chargemaster (CDM) management, including charge capture processes, coding (CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10), and compliance with CMS and third-party payer <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">requirements.  </span></li><li>2+ years of Epic experience, particularly in managing work queues and charge capture functions </li></ul><p></p><p><b>EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS:</b></p><ul><li>Minimum: An associate’s degree in healthcare administration, health information management, or a related field is required.</li><li>Preferred: Bachelor's degree in healthcare</li></ul><p></p><p><b>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:</b></p><ul><li>Preferred: AAPC or AHIMA credential or Epic Certified</li></ul><p></p><p><b>SKILLS AND ABILITIES:</b></p><ul><li>Demonstrate knowledge of OPPS reimbursement methodologies, as well as Medicare reimbursement and billing guidelines, familiar with CMS transmittals and manuals, and with the cms.gov website to obtain quarterly HCPCS, OCE, and MUE updates </li><li>Demonstrate knowledge of NUBC revenue codes, mapping structures, UB-04 claim and payment remittance advice statements</li><li>Demonstrate knowledge of the medical necessity of services through the CMS Local and National coverage Determinations</li><li>Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work independently.</li><li>Working knowledge of medical terminology, CPT, HCPCS, ICD 10, and Revenue Codes.</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, Medicare OPPS reimbursement and third-party billing rules and coverage determinations.</li><li>Demonstrated high level of computer skills, including spreadsheet programs, word processing, database programs, and various Microsoft applications and the ability to quickly learn and utilize new systems.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously and problem solve.</li><li>The ability to think both creatively and analytically.</li><li>Demonstrated process improvement skills.</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency in verbal and written communication including writing and presenting formal reports, analysis and presentations</li><li>Significant work experience in CPT, ICD10, and UB04 billing</li><li>Knowledge of medical terminology required</li><li>Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment</li><li>Competent in business functions, procedures, and information flows</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Advanced excel skills</li><li>Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Share point)</li></ul><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>WORK SHIFT: </b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>Days (United States of America)<p style="text-align:left"><span><b><span>LCMC Health is a community.</span></b></span><span><span> </span></span></p><p style="text-align:left"><span><span>Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary</span></span></p><p></p><p><b><span>Your extras</span></b></p><ul><li><span>Deliver healthcare with heart.</span> </li><li><span>Give people a reason to smile.</span> </li><li><span>Put a little love in your work.</span> </li><li><span>Be honest and real, but with compassion. </span> </li><li><span>Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.</span> </li><li><span>Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.</span> </li><li><span>See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective.</span> </li><li><span>Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.</span> </li><li><span>Love what makes you, you - because we do</span></li></ul><p></p><p><span><b><span>You are welcome here.</span></b></span><span><span> </span></span></p><p><span><span>LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.</span></span></p><p></p><p><span>The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">responsibilities. </span> LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.</span></p><p><span><span> </span></span></p><p><span><b><span>Simple things make the difference.</span></b></span><span><span> </span></span></p><p><span><span>1.<span>    </span></span></span><span><span>To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information.</span></span><span><span> </span></span></p><p><span><span>2.<span>    </span></span></span><span><span>To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. </span></span><span><span> </span></span></p><p><span><span>3.<span>    </span></span></span><span><span>To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed.</span></span><span><span> </span></span></p><p><span><span>4.<span>    </span></span></span><span><span>To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.</span></span><span><span> </span></span></p>

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