About the position
Responsibilities
• Assess clinical documentation through extensive review of the medical record. • Interact with providers, nursing staff, and coding staff to ensure accurate reimbursement for services. • Conduct post-discharge reconciliation for comparative analysis of CDI specialist and final coding. • Formulate clinical documentation clarifications to improve documentation accuracy. • Query providers and APPs to clarify documentation in the EMR. • Maintain a query rate of at least 20% with an average of 20 reviews per day.
• Participate in departmental education and training sessions. • Assist in precepting new CDI nurses and serve as a subject matter expert. • Collaborate with the healthcare team to resolve physician queries prior to discharge. • Analyze clinical information to identify gaps in physician documentation. • Identify ongoing documentation improvement opportunities. • Create and manage review processes and support tools. • Support the Quality department and uphold standards of conduct. • Act as a consultant to coding professionals for additional documentation needs.
• Perform patient chart reviews during absences and when coverage is necessary. Requirements
• Associates Degree in Nursing (Required)
• Bachelors Degree in Nursing or healthcare related field (Preferred)
• 5-6 years of Acute Care Nursing experience (Required)
• 3-4 years of CDI experience (Required)
• 3-4 years of ICD-10-CM & ICD-10-PCS experience (Required)
• 1 year of 3M 360 experience (Preferred)
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in Virginia (Required)
• Certified Documentation Integrity Practitioner (CDIP) or Certified Clinical Document Specialist (CD) (Required)
Nice-to-haves
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of basic nursing principles and protocols
• Proficient in clinical practice protocols for medical procedures and patient care
• Time management and decision-making skills
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
• Understanding of medical records organization and medical terminology
• Ability to establish good customer relationships with trust and respect
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
Benefits
• Remote work eligibility for candidates in specified states
• Competitive salary range
• Opportunities for professional development and education
• Supportive work environment with a focus on quality and customer serviceApply Now
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