Demonstrate extensive knowledge of clinical documentation requirements, coding guidelines, and workflows applicable to inpatient and outpatient/physician settings
Serve as an educational resource to client CDI teams, delivering classroom education, hands-on teaching, and ongoing mentoring
Develop and deliver training to physicians, nurses, coding professionals, and ancillary staff on documentation best practices
Formulate credible and compliant documentation clarifications
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline preferred (RN, BSN, RHIA, RHIT, HIM, or similar)
4-8 years of experience as a CDI specialist, inpatient coder, physician coder, or CDI consultant (or a blend) is required
Strong understanding of DRG, MSDRG, APRDRG, and HCC methodologies
Deep knowledge of documentation, coding, and compliance regulations.
Current CCDS, CCS, or CDIP certification (or willingness to obtain) is required