Billing Analyst (Admin Ofcr 2 Cx)

The Billing Analyst works closely with MHCTT management and staff, providers and personnel from departments throughout UCDH. This person plays a critical role in the performance of compliance, fiscal and administrative services, including billing compliance, medical record abstraction, invoicing, and financial reports.

The role of the Billing Analyst is to provide routine analysis and validation of pre- and post-transplant and cellular therapy charges and external billing. This position is responsible for comprehensive medical record review and analysis to determine the appropriateness of pre- and post-transplant evaluation charges for billing and reimbursement purposes and for inclusion on the Medicare Cost Report. Job duties will include working within the different MHCTT charge work queues and entering transplant and cellular therapy reimbursement charges from invoices received from outside vendors such as NMDP (International Donor Program). This position reports directly to the BMT Ambulatory Care Administration Supervisor.

Apply By Date

3/25/2024 at 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Two (2) years of experience coding and/or obtaining authorizations for Transplant, Clinical Trials, or Oncology related services.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills necessary to identify problems and/or discrepancies and implement solutions.
• Working knowledge and understanding of healthcare procedures sufficient to perform medical chart reviews for collection of transplant information. Prior experience in the review and abstraction of clinical data from hospital medical records.
• Prior experience/education with ICD-10 and charge coding practices.
• Ability to work independently, establish priorities and meet required deadlines according to federal regulations and/or department protocols.
• Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel in order to maintain department lists, create forms and create/maintain Excel spreadsheets. Experience with working in electronic medical records.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary for communicating effectively and professionally with transplant providers, patients, clinical team and outside agencies.
• Knowledge of all pertinent laws, regulations, and guidelines governing medical records; confidentiality, privacy, and provision to others, including HIPAA.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and UCDH billing systems preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coding Certification (CPC or CPC-A)
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Health Sciences or related fields and/or equivalent experience and training.
• Medical Billing, or similar prior experience.

Department Description

The Malignant Hematology, Cellular Therapies, & Transplant (MHCTT) department at the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center provides care to patients with a variety of needs. Patient conditions include oncology and non-oncology diagnoses including malignant and benign hematology, solid tumors, endocrine disorders, rheumatology, gastrointestinal, genetic, autoimmune renal, neurologic, pulmonary diseases, as well as a myriad of other rare disorders and diseases. Some of these patients will proceed to a stem cell transplant and/or cellular therapy treatment such as CAR-T.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $27.98 - $47
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 135
• Payroll Title: Admin Ofcr 2 CX
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 1
• Shift Hours: 8 hours
• Location: Armstrong Building
• Union Representation: Yes
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-site

Benefits

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• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family’s needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Paid time off for professional development as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Special Requirements

• This position is a critical position and subject to a background check and drug screen. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history, identity checks and drug screen.
• As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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