Revenue Cycle Analyst

The Revenue Cycle Analyst performs daily chart completion tasks including review in the client EHR systems for Accuity provider clarification responses and daily reconciliation of Accuity client base DNFB. The Revenue Cycle Analyst will be responsible for managing requests and working with end users (Coders, Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists, and Client Success Managers) following client standard operating procedures, perform data collection and analysis, and identify gaps and opportunities for process improvements. This position serves as a liaison between Accuity operations and Client Success and may require communication with the Accuity client base HIM resources.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adhere to and maintain required levels of productivity and quality performance KPIs
• Maintain up-to-date coding knowledge by reviewing materials disseminated/recommended by the Physician Staff, Coding and CDI Leadership
• Participate in Coding department meetings and educational events as assigned
• Maintain a collegial working relationship with CDI and Coding and Client Success partners
• Provide professional analytical services to optimize business performance
• Provide documentation feedback to Coders and Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists (CDIS) as needed
• Perform analysis of chart completion and proactively identify opportunities, trends, and recommended enhancements
• Assist in special projects and other roles and responsibilities as needed to support Accuity
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High School Diploma required
• Associates Degree in Health Information Technology preferred

Experience:

• 1 - 2 years' experience in an inpatient healthcare setting or related field
• 1 - 2 years' customer service experience

Licensure and/or Credentials:

• Active AHIMA (RHIA, RHIT, CCS) or AAPC credential (CPC or CIC) required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills, oral and written, interpersonal, organizational, and computer skills
• Ability to use a PC in a Windows environment with intermediate level of knowledge with Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and to interact well with all levels of employees and physicians throughout the organization
• Handle multiple tasks concurrently to meet deadlines
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Independent, focused individual able to work remotely or onsite
• Proficient in EHR systems, i.e., Epic, Cerner, Allscripts
• General working knowledge of the ICD10 CM/PCS guidelines and principals