CPAP BILLING SPECIALIST_PT (12509)

Cullman Regional; Cullman (AL); On-site; USD 35,818,000 - 52,349,000; Part time

Job summary

Cullman Regional is seeking a PRN - .3 Respiratory Therapist to provide CPAP therapy and patient education at the Sleep Disorders Center in Cullman, AL. The role supports compliance with AASM guidelines and ensures proper follow-up and documentation.

The ideal candidate is a registered or certified respiratory therapist with CPAP/bilevel experience and knowledge of DME billing. Alabama license and CPR certification are required or preferred.

Qualifications

• Registered or certified respiratory therapist preferred.
• CPAP therapy knowledge and experience preferred.
• Billing/insurance knowledge helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide CPAP therapy to patients diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea.
• Educate patients and orient them to Equipment Plus and ensure follow-up data per sleep center guidelines.
• Assist with billing processes and understanding CPT codes and payer types.
• Coordinate and provide patient education for mask fitting and therapy optimization.
• Promote patient safety, high-quality care and excellent patient experiences.

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Cullman Regional Medical Center - Cullman, AL 35056

Position Type: PRN - .3

Job Shift: Day

Job Summary

• Provide CPAP therapy to patients who are diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea.
• Provide patient education and orientation of Equipment Plus and maintain proper compliance with follow-up data in accordance with the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the CRMC sleep disorders center.
• Knowledgeable of billing system, financial codes, payment types, diagnosis with coding abilities, and insurance info. updates.
• Analyze reports for cost versus reimbursements of CPT codes.
• Coordinate/provide patient education & orientation (i.e. proper mask fitting techniques) to maximize equipment effectiveness.
• Ensure patient compliance to therapy & patient satisfaction while minimizing unnecessary reassessments and follow-up visits.
• Demonstrate and encourage team behavior and exceptional patient/guest experiences.
• Uphold and promote patient safety and quality.

Qualifications

Education: Registered or certified in field of respiratory therapy preferred. Experience as a CPAP specialist preferred. Specialized knowledge of CPAP use, compliance software programs, technical adaptation and billing/collection preferred. Knowledge of DME billing procedures and/or equivalent preferred.

Experience

Experience in sleep disorders services and helpful to have experience in CPAP/Bi-Level/VPAP adapt therapy. Must frequently use judgment in observing patients and communicating with staff members. Interpersonal skills are necessary in order to interact effectively with patients, physicians, and staff members. Analytical skills, accounting experience, and DME billing experience preferred.

Additional Skills/Abilities

Must have valid CRT or RRT Alabama license and CPR certification.