Hudson Regional Health is a newly unified healthcare network serving Hudson County through four hospitals, focused on technology-enabled, patient-first care.
The Perioperative Charge Billing Specialist is responsible for the accurate capture, reconciliation, and submission of perioperative charges related to surgical procedures and associated services. This role ensures all billable services, supplies, implants, medications, and procedural documentation are accurately recorded in compliance with hospital policy, payer regulations, and revenue cycle standards.
The position serves as a liaison between Perioperative Services, Coding, Patient Financial Services, and Materials Management to support optimal charge integrity and revenue capture.
Key responsibilities include:
- Reviewing daily surgical case records to ensure complete and accurate charge capture
- Reconciling operating room documentation with EHR entries
- Validating charges for implants, supplies, medications, anesthesia support services, and specialty equipment
- Auditing case logs to confirm procedural codes align with physician documentation
- Identifying and correcting charge discrepancies before claim submission
- Collaborating with Coding and Revenue Cycle teams to resolve billing edits and denials
- Maintaining knowledge of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10, and payer-specific billing guidelines
- Assisting with revenue integrity audits and compliance reviews
- Monitoring late charges and ensuring timely entry
- Supporting reporting on case volume, charge capture accuracy, and reimbursement trends
- Educating perioperative staff on documentation requirements
- Participating in performance improvement initiatives related to revenue cycle optimization
High school diploma or GED required.
Associate’s degree in healthcare administration, medical billing and coding, or a related field preferred.
Minimum 2–3 years of hospital billing, revenue cycle, or perioperative experience required.
Prior experience in surgical services billing strongly preferred.
Knowledge of hospital EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Meditech preferred.
Preferred certifications:
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
- Certified Revenue Cycle Specialist (CRCS)
Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional growth, development, and continuing education opportunities
- Employee wellness programs and resources
- Influenza vaccination requirement for employment, with approved medical exemption option
Location
New Jersey, US
Employment Type
Part-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
3 weeks ago