Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist-rn

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience
Not specified
Review death medical records
Improve clinical documentation quality
Ensure accurate patient severity
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist with an RN license or coding certification and significant clinical experience. The role focuses on enhancing the quality of clinical documentation to accurately reflect patient severity and ensure appropriate reimbursement

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 is responsible for reviewing death medical records to ensure the severity of illness and risk of mortality has been captured at the highest level.
  • 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 an RN license or coding certification and significant clinical experience. The role focuses on enhancing the quality of clinical documentation to accurately reflect patient severity and ensure appropriate reimbursement.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • review death medical records
  • improve clinical documentation quality
  • ensure accurate patient severity
  • educate healthcare providers
  • analyze health record documentation

Nice-to-have

  • collaborative health care organization
  • teamwork and diversity champion
  • supportive work environment

Key Requirements

  • Registered Nurse (RN) with current license
  • 4 years inpatient clinical experience
  • experience in Quality, Case Management, Clinical Audit, or Data Abstraction
  • OR Coding professional with CCS certification
  • 6 years of inpatient coding experience
  • documented education in anatomy/physiology and pharmacology

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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