Hospital Charge Capture Analyst - Perioperative (Galveston) in Galveston, Texas at University of Texas Medical Branch

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Finance, Business Administration, Health Care
Administration, Nursing, or related field. 2 years of related experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
Certified Coding Associate (CCA) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification from AHIMA;
or Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) or Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) certification from AAPC
preferred. Successfully complete General Compliance Coder testing.

The Perioperative Charge Capture Analyst is responsible for accurately reviewing, auditing, reconciling, and processing Operating Room (OR) and implant-related charges to ensure complete and compliant revenue capture. This role primarily focusses on reconciling implants documented in patient records with vendor invoices, authorizing payment upon reconciliation, supporting charge audits and charge-related inquiries. The analyst coordinates surgical billing by verifying the accuracy of supply, implant, and personnel charges; identifying and correcting discrepancies; and electronically transmitting daily surgery charges across HIS, PMS, and FMS systems. This position works closely with clinical, materials management, and financial teams to ensure compliance with coding regulations, optimize revenue cycle performance, and accurately enter highly technical surgical terminology. A CPC credential is preferred but not required. Professional fee or technical billing experience is preferred (relevant experience may substitute for education), including experience in charge review, medical coding, CPT/HCPCS coding, and Epic EMR systems.

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