Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist-rn

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Not specified (assumed onsite based on job context).
Review death medical records
Ensure severity of illness captured
Educate providers of care
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist with a nursing background or coding certification to enhance the quality of clinical documentation. The position involves collaboration with healthcare providers to ensure accurate documentation for reimbursement and quality assurance

Job Summary

  • The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist is responsible for improving overall quality and completeness of clinical documentation to ensure that the information in the medical record accurately reflects the patient's severity of illness, clinical needs, and utilization of resources.
  • This position works with the providers of care to capture the clinical care in a code format for reimbursement and to ensure UAMS has the correct case mix.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist with a nursing background or coding certification to enhance the quality of clinical documentation. The position involves collaboration with healthcare providers to ensure accurate documentation for reimbursement and quality assurance.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • review death medical records
  • ensure severity of illness captured
  • educate providers of care
  • analyze health record documentation
  • facilitate clarification of documentation

Nice-to-have

  • teamwork and diversity
  • collaborative health care organization
  • improving patient care

Key Requirements

  • Registered Nurse (RN) with current license
  • 4 years inpatient clinical experience
  • CCS certification
  • 6 years inpatient coding experience
  • Current CCDS

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