About this role
The Nurse Auditor conducts hospital charge audits on claims paid at percent of billed charges to verify charges are appropriate and supported by documentation in the medical record. Charge audits identify overcharges, undercharges and unbundled items per carrier contract, industry standards and payer reimbursement policies.
Itemized Bill Review knowledge is required with regard to Unbundling Guidelines specific to payer policy, industry standards and Medicare Guidelines. The nurse will also be responsible for independent scheduling requiring flexibility and possible travel to provider location. The position requires strong clinical experience and technical skills.
- Review medical records to verify services were provided as billed for Hospital Bill Audit reviews.
- Identify overcharges, undercharges and unbundled items.
- Identify unbundled items on the itemized bill specific to payer Unbundling Guidelines and provide references and rationale to support review findings.
- Onsite Travel – Maintain timely communication with Audit Coordinator regarding scheduling, completion and submission of audits. Abide by the EXL Travel policy while making travel arrangements for onsite audits.
- Scheduling Audits: Manage inventory and schedule audits timely by contacting the provider to schedule date and time to perform audits.
- Report any problems in the audit process to Manager for resolution.
- Comply with HIPAA and other regulations regarding the confidentiality of patient information.
- Conduct all job functions and responsibilities in accordance with all company Compliance, Information Security and Regulatory policies, procedures and programs.
- Minimum of 5+ years of acute care clinical experience in medical/surgical units
- Licensed Nurse with current active license
- Minimum 3+ years hospital bill auditing experience on high dollar claims paid at percent of billed charge, payer or provider side
- CPC, CCS or CMAS desired
- Excel proficiency
- Familiarity with basic data entry tasks
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrate ability to prioritize tasks and work independently
Salary range $70,000.00-$80,000.00.
0-10% travel may be required.
For more information on benefits and what we offer please visit us at https://www.exlservice.com/us-careers-and-benefits
EXL (NASDAQ: EXLS) is a leading data analytics and digital operations and solutions company. We partner with clients using a data and AI-led approach to reinvent business models, drive better business outcomes and unlock growth with speed. EXL harnesses the power of data, analytics, AI, and deep industry knowledge to transform operations for the world’s leading corporations in industries including insurance, healthcare, banking and financial services, media and retail, among others. EXL was founded in 1999 with the core values of innovation, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect. We are headquartered in New York and have more than 54,000 employees spanning six continents. For more information, visit www.exlservice.com.