RAC Coding & Compliance Coordinator

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital is seeking a RAC Coordinator. This role involves monitoring the hospital's RAC activity, ensuring timely responses and compliance with regulations. You'll provide risk analysis, assist with appeals, and train staff to minimize future exposures.

A 4-year degree in Business/Finance or Accounting is required, along with strong analytical skills. The role is mainly office-based with light physical demands.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree or equivalent work experience in similar fields.
• Experience with patient care preferred.
• Ability to communicate orally and in written form.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain the hospital's RAC activity.
• Provide risk analysis and assist with appeals for resolution.
• Document results of RAC activity and make recommendations.

Skills

Proficient in payment review systems

Understanding CMS correspondence

Medical records interpretation

Identifying revenue codes

Analytical and organizational skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

4 year degree in Business/Finance or Accounting

Degree or certificate in nursing

Tools

PC

Word processing applications

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital is seeking a RAC Coordinator. This role involves monitoring the hospital's RAC activity, ensuring timely responses and compliance with regulations. You'll provide risk analysis, assist with appeals, and train staff to minimize future exposures.

A 4-year degree in Business/Finance or Accounting is required, along with strong analytical skills. The role is mainly office-based with light physical demands.