Charge Analyst

Location:Austin, TX | Remote

Facility:Seton Family of Hospitals

Department/Specialty:Finance Administration

Schedule:Full time | Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Salary:$26.11 - $36.39 per hour

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

• Optimize Revenue Cycle Integrity: Spearhead charge master audits and process improvements to maximize billing efficiency, enhance collection efforts, and ensure full regulatory compliance.
• Resolve Billing Inconsistencies: Leverage deep clinical and coding expertise to analyze software edits and reports, proactively identifying and rectifying discrepancies to ensure accurate reimbursement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Managed Care and clinical departments to accurately code billable items and secure essential data for streamlined revenue operations.
• Strategic Staff Education: Empower case management and departmental teams by providing expert guidance on evolving payer requirements and effective denial/appeal strategies.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's
  degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

• Must reside in or near Austin, TX
• Medical billing and/or office experience preferred, but not required.
• Must be able to work at a fast paced environment that requires multitasking.
• Microsoft Word and Google applications experience a plus.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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