Chargemaster Revenue Auditor PRN

Description Join St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Idaho—where nationally recognized quality meets small-town heart. We're proud to be recognized for excellence and patient safety, including an "A" Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, inclusion in Becker's list of "Great Community Hospitals," and U.S. News & World Report accolades for maternity care. Here, you'll find a teamwork-first culture, leaders who support you, and coworkers who genuinely have your back. New grads are welcome—we're committed to training, mentoring, and helping you build confidence as you grow. And because we know great care starts with taking care of our people, we offer competitive benefits and a workplace you can feel good about. If you're looking for a place to do meaningful work, build a career, and feel proud serving your community—you belong at St. Joe's. Job Summary The Chargemaster Revenue Auditor is responsible for ensuring accurate and compliant coding, charging, and documentation processes that directly affect revenue integrity. This role coordinates with clinical departments, the business office, and insurance verification teams to optimize reimbursement, reduce claim denials, and support appeals. The position also contributes to quality assurance initiatives by compiling and analyzing clinical and billing data. Essential Functions Ensures proper coding and charging of imaging and interventional procedures in compliance with payer and regulatory guidelines Reviews physician orders against insurance pre-authorizations; resolves discrepancies with provider offices Participates in annual updates to

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codes and ensures integrity of the chargemaster Works with department leadership to implement process improvements that reduce denials and support revenue growth Coordinates documentation and support for claim denials and appeals Assists with departmental quality assurance reporting and supports clinical QA initiatives Investigates and resolves patient charge or file discrepancies Compiles data and prepares routine and ad hoc statistical and financial reports for departmental leadership Acts as liaison between Imaging Services and Business Office on revenue integrity matters Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Knowledge of payer policies, reimbursement methodologies, and hospital billing practices Ability to detect and correct billing/coding errors independently Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with staff, physicians, and external contacts Proficiency in medical terminology and office software including word processing and billing systems Excellent organizational and time management skills Demonstrates professionalism and maintains strict confidentiality in all activities Ability to work independently in a high-volume, detail-oriented environment Qualifications Education High school diploma or equivalent required Specialized training in

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coding systems and reimbursement practices required Licenses/Certifications Certification in medical coding or billing preferred (e.g., CPC, CCS) Continuing education in

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coding practices required Experience Minimum of two (2) years' experience with

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coding for diagnostic imaging or related services Strong understanding of medical necessity documentation, coding compliance, and revenue cycle operations

Qualifications:

Education High school diploma or equivalent required Specialized training in

CPT/HCPCS

coding systems and reimbursement practices required Licenses/Certifications Certification in medical coding or billing preferred (e.g., CPC, CCS) Continuing education in

CPT/HCPCS

coding practices required Experience Minimum of two (2) years experience with

CPT/HCPCS

coding for diagnostic imaging or related services Strong understanding of medical necessity documentation, coding compliance, and revenue cycle operations