Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist - Clinical Documentation Improvement - Full Time 8 Hours Days (7:00am To 3:30pm) (non-union, Non-exempt)

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Base: $46.27 - $60.73 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Icd-10 cm and pcs coding knowledge
Medical record review and query placement
Clinical documentation improvement processes
The CDI Specialist is responsible for reviewing medical records to facilitate the accurate representation of the severity of illness by improving the specificity of the physicians’ clinical documentation

Job Summary

  • The CDI Specialist is responsible for reviewing medical records to facilitate the accurate representation of the severity of illness by improving the specificity of the physicians’ clinical documentation.
  • This role involves extensive record review, interaction with physicians, HIM professionals, and nursing staff, and participation in educational activities to maintain up-to-date information on Medicare, ICD-10, and CPT coding.
  • USC is an equal opportunity employer that provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities and observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.

Matching Summary

The CDI Specialist is responsible for reviewing medical records to facilitate the accurate representation of the severity of illness by improving the specificity of the physicians’ clinical documentation.

Salary

Base: $46.27 - $60.73 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • ICD-10 CM and PCS coding knowledge
  • Medical record review and query placement
  • Clinical documentation improvement processes
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
  • Use of Windows-based software programs

Nice-to-have

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Experience with Medicare Part A regulations
  • Knowledge of CPT/HCPCS coding
  • Ability to compose coding appeals

Key Requirements

  • Graduate from nursing, BSN, HIM, or medical doctorate program
  • Minimum three years clinical or utilization review experience
  • Competent with ICD-10 CM and PCS coding and guidelines
  • Knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, medical terminology
  • Preferred certifications: CCS, CCA, CDIP, CCDS

Work Rights

Not specified

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