Job Description

Charge Processor

Enters patient DME charges for product received in a timely and accurate manner. Identifies and obtains missing billing and coding information from appropriate sources. Identifies moderately complicated charges/procedures and completes entry. Sorts incoming mail and charge documents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:
• High school diploma or equivalent, with coursework in medical terminology.
• Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:
• NA
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Computer/data entry skills, including 10-key skills also required.
• Previous experience in a medical background including familiarity with medical coding preferred.
• This position requires an individual who is detail oriented and has previous experience working with medical terminology as well as familiarity with basic principles of medical coding.
• Proficiency in operating an alphanumeric keyboard, including 10-key skills is required.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written are required. Self-motivation and organizational skills required.
• Personal computer, Excel, Word, HDMS DME billing software, EPIC, Cybersource, Outlook, Telephone, Photocopier, Fax, Calculator and Scanner.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:
• Previous experience in a medical background including familiarity with medical coding preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. (75-80) - Completes charge entry in HDMS billing software and releases billing of moderately complex coding/billing information from charge documents.
2. (2-5%) – Identifies charge documents that include a high level of complexity, enters the necessary information into HDMS for billing to insurance.
3. (2-5%) - Determines when basic information, such as provider numbers, as well as coding information, is missing from charge documents. Obtains missing information from appropriate source(s)
4. (2%) - Reviews entry for accurateness and completeness.
5. (5%) - Determines when it is necessary to seek guidance from coding experts on complex coding procedures.
6. (2%) - Assists newer Charge Processors with moderately difficult problem solving.
7. (1%) - Performs other tasks as assigned.

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health

As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.