Patient Estimate Analyst

Job Description

UW MEDICINE ENTERPRISE REVENUE CYCLE has an outstanding opportunity for a PATIENT ESTIMATE ANALYST.

WORK SCHEDULE

100% FTE

Days

100% Remote

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

The Patient Estimate Analyst plays a critical role in supporting price transparency and improving patient financial experience by managing the systems and tools that generate accurate cost estimates for hospital and professional services

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

UW Medicine Enterprise Revenue Cycle (ERC) is accountable for Revenue Cycle functions as it spans across UW Medicine.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design configure test and maintain patient estimate templates and workflows used to generate cost estimates for services across hospital and physician practices
• Analyze clinical documentation charge capture practices and historical claims data to validate pricing and reimbursement accuracy
• Perform routine audits and updates following pricing changes chargemaster updates or Epic upgrades
• Analyze variances between estimated and actual charges identifying root causes and proposing corrective actions
• Validate CPT and HCPCS assignments against clinical documentation ensuring that templates represent the correct services
• Support training and documentation efforts related to estimation tools and workflow
• Maintain compliance Federal and Washington State pricing transparency requirements
• Assist in maintaining alignment between the patient estimator and the organizations online price transparency tools
• Partner with Patient Access Financial Counseling and Clinical Departments to ensure estimates meet operational needs and patient expectations
• Participate in Epic enhancement projects upgrades and revenue cycle optimization initiatives

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree in Business Finance Healthcare or related. Minimum years of experience required is 4-8 years. Equivalent experience may substitute for degree
• Coding credentials CCS CPC COC RHIT or RHIA if not credentialed must be credentialed within one (1) year of start date
• Four years of experience in revenue cycle operations charge description master (CDM) maintenance pricing or Epic Configuration Proficiency in Epic Resolute (HB/PB) and/or Epic Price Estimator tools preferred
• Epic Systems Proficiency: Strong proficiency in Epic Resolute (Hospital Billing/Professional Billing) and/or Epic Price Estimator tools preferred
• Analytical Expertise: Excellent analytical critical thinking and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for data validation
• Revenue Cycle Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of revenue cycle operations within healthcare settings including both hospital and physician billing environments and accuracy
• Regulatory Insight: Solid understanding of CMS regulations the No Surprises Act and pricing transparency requirements with the ability to interpret and apply complex healthcare guidelines and compliance standards
• Attention to Detail: Highly detail-oriented and capable of managing tasks independently while maintaining precision and consistency
• Data Proficiency: Proficient in analyzing financial coding billing and reimbursement data to support business decisions and compliance initiatives
• Equivalent experience may substitute for some requirements

ABOUT UW MEDICINE WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region and preparing tomorrows physicians scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful welcoming environment where every patient family student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29000 healthcare professionals researchers and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center UW Medical Center - Montlake UW Medical Center - Northwest Valley Medical Center UW Medicine Primary Care UW Physicians UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community

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About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

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Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.