Job Description
DescriptionSummary:
The Charge Auditor Non Clinical performs the primary functions of coordinating
the process of capturing observation charges and other direct care/nursing department charges. The
Charge Auditor oversees the documentation and billing of the observation patients to ensure
compliance with all standards and guidelines as set forth. The Charge Auditor adheres to the
philosophy of CHRISTUS, showing concern and the spirit of teamwork to visitors, patients, and fellow
associates.
Responsibilities:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies:
Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
Responsible for performing all functions to
accomplish the abstracting of patient and procedure information to provide correct billing
information.
Reviews surgical records within one business day of surgery date to identify
opportunities for documentation by nursing and other clinical personnel.
Ensures timely entering of
surgical charges.
Develops and implement plans for both formal and informal education of nursing
and other clinical associates regarding documentation and related observation charging and
billing.
Participates in charge audits and reviews as necessary. (i.e., RAC audit, Patient
requested audit, etc.).
HealthStream (HLC) modules completed by the assigned date.
Maintain
licensure or certification without lapse.
Maintain BCLS/ACLS certification, if required for the
Job.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
High school diploma preferred
Experience
2 years of
experience in Surgical Services setting preferred
Licenses, Registrations, or
Certifications
None required
Work Schedule:
Varies
Work Type:
Full Time
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Additional Information:
- Specialty: Billing and Insurance Specialist
- Location: 500 10th StreetAlamogordo, New Mexico 88310
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About the Company:
CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of
more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care
facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and
ventures.
Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and
the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing
ministry of Jesus Christ.
To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately
45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for
patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United
States.
EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST
We are inspired by our mission, vision and
core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the
communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family
members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the
dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas
is an ongoing effort.