Charge Description Master Specialist - Full time, Day, Remote

Providence; Montana; On-site; USD 39,550 - 61,399; Full time

Job summary

Providence is seeking a Chargemaster Specialist in Montana to ensure Chargemaster compliance with all coding regulations. This role involves liaising with the hospital’s ministry and the Revenue Integrity department, responding to inquiries, and providing training on CDM Maintenance and charge capture.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of charge master experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Competitive salary range of $28.71 to $44.57 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3 years hospital chargemaster experience with CDM Maintenance software.
• 2 years experience with EMR, preferably EPIC.
• Driving may be necessary for the role.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Chargemaster compliance with coding regulations.
• Liaison between Hospital and PSJH System Revenue Integrity.
• Coordinate CDM maintenance workflow and documentation.

Skills

Chargemaster experience

Billing knowledge (UB-04, CMS Medicare)

CPT coding knowledge

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Experience with EMR systems (preferably EPIC)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare, Sciences, Finance, or Accounting

Tools

CDM Maintenance software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Ensure the Chargemaster (CDM) is consistent with all coding/billing regulations and accurately represents services provided.
• Act as the liaison between the Hospital ministry and the PSJH System Revenue Integrity/Chargemaster (RI/CDM Department).
• Research CDM maintenance requests for adherence to the PSJH System standard CDM and respond in a timely manner.
• Respond to Hospital ministry inquiries regarding Chargemaster issues and provide training to ministry staff on CDM Maintenance processes, coding updates, and charge capture improvement.
• Collaborate with other CDM Leads, Sr. Specialists, and CDM Specialists to research and resolve requests promptly.
• Use department CDM tools and resources to ensure chargemaster compliance.
• Coordinate the daily CDM maintenance workflow between the PSJH System and the Ministries and monitor alignment to the PSJH System’s standard CDM.
• Document all policies and procedures regarding CDM Maintenance and charge process.
• Review clinical department charges to ensure Chargemaster and coding compliance.
• Coordinate with Hospital ministry, IS, Clinical Informatics and Integration personnel on technology projects impacting charge entry, dictionaries, and interfaces.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare, Sciences, Finance, Accounting or related field, or equivalent education/experience.
• Driving may be necessary as part of this role; provide driver license and auto insurance proof upon request.
• 3 years hospital chargemaster experience, including use of CDM Maintenance software and experience with inpatient/outpatient billing (UB‑04) and CMS Medicare reimbursement methodology; knowledge of CPT, HCPCS and ICD‑10 coding principles.
• 3 years experience with Hospital charging practices.
• 2 years experience working with EMR related to Chargemaster, preferably EPIC (EAP).

Preferred Qualifications

• 1–2 years operational performance improvement and/or project management experience.
• 1–2 years coding experience.

Salary Range by Location

• AK: Anchorage – Min: $35.66, Max: $55.37
• AK: Kodiak, Seward, Valdez – Min: $37.17, Max: $57.71
• California: Humboldt – Min: $37.17, Max: $57.71
• California: All Northern California – Except Humboldt – Min: $41.70, Max: $64.75
• California: All Southern California – Except Bakersfield – Min: $37.17, Max: $57.71
• California: Bakersfield – Min: $35.66, Max: $55.37
• Idaho – Min: $31.73, Max: $49.27
• Montana: Except Great Falls – Min: $28.71, Max: $44.57
• Montana: Great Falls – Min: $27.20, Max: $42.23
• New Mexico – Min: $28.71, Max: $44.57
• Oregon: Non‑Portland Service Area – Min: $33.24, Max: $51.61
• Oregon: Portland Service Area – Min: $35.66, Max: $55.37
• Texas – Min: $27.20, Max: $42.23
• Washington: Western – Except Tukwila – Min: $37.17, Max: $57.71
• Washington: Southwest – Olympia, Centralia & Below – Min: $35.66, Max: $55.37
• Washington: Tukwila – Min: $37.17, Max: $57.71
• Washington: Eastern – Min: $31.73, Max: $49.27
• Washington: South Eastern – Min: $33.24, Max: $51.61

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.