Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist

1 month ago


Chicago IL United States Navient Full time

About Xtend Healthcare
Xtend Healthcare is a revenue cycle management company focused exclusively on the healthcare industry. The company's services range from full revenue cycle outsourcing, A/R legacy cleanup and extended business office to coding and consulting engagements. As part of Navient (Nasdaq: NAVI), Xtend taps the strength and scale of a large-scale business processing solutions company. Learn more at

THIS POSITION IS HYBRID ( 3 DAYS/WEEK ON-SITE AT MT. SINAI HOSPITAL, IN CHICAGO, IL./REMOTE 2 DAYS/WEEK)

The Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (CDIS) is responsible for the concurrent and retrospective (when applicable) review of medical records to assure appropriateness of care, accuracy of documentation, validation of severity of illness and quality of services provided. The CDIS will audit charts for appropriateness of admission, continued stay, compliance to hospital metrics and appropriate documentation based on diagnosis and severity of illness. The Quality CDIS will interact with physicians, nurses and other professionals regarding documentation and actively participate in team meetings to improve physician and clinical staff chart documentation. Patient charts not meeting approved guidelines will be selected for peer review and follow-up.

The CDIS must exhibit expertise in all aspects of health information management with knowledge and working knowledge of coding (ICD-10-CM & PCS, CPT, MS-DRGS, APRG-DRGs, HCCs) for acute care hospitals, skill nursing facilities, swing beds, hospice, and inpatient rehab facilities. A high level of knowledge of physician specialty medical practices is also a plus. Understanding and communicating differences between Medicare Part A and Part B guidelines and how they impact MS-DRGs and APR-DRGs is required.

JOB SUMMARY:

1. Applies the skills necessary to concurrently/retrospectively review (initial & extended stay) charts, improve documentation based on diagnosis and clinical findings.

2. Generates reports internally on required functions.

3. Effective and appropriate communication with physicians and nurses.

4. Participates in internal and external Team Meetings. De monstrating professionalism when communicating with CDI and HIM staff in resolving discrepancies.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Associate degree (Nursing degree or specialized HIM degree (RHIA or RHIT) HIM Professional coder credentialed or credential eligible.)

  • Three (3) years' experience in the CDI and/or health information management area of healthcare. This should include hospital with physician practice. (A dditional equivalent education above the required minimum may for the required level of experience)

  • Working knowledge of ICD10 CM & PCS, CPT, MS-DRGs, APR-DRGs

  • Electronic health record (EHR) expertise, including knowledge of a variety of vendors.

  • Must be credentialed through AHIMA and/or ACDIS at a minimum.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • An understanding of healthcare billing practices and compliant claims preparation for both governmental and commercial payers.

  • Knowledge of HCC's is preferred

  • Experience with encoders; experience with CAC software

  • Experience with Case Management, Utilization Review

  • A plus if: CCS, CCDIS, nationally recognized ICD-10-CM and PCS trainer National HIM certifications from the AAPC or AHIMA, or CCDS from ACDIS

  • Working knowledge of CDI "best practices."

  • Able to interact positively with clients and understand their needs in the HIM and medical records of healthcare.


All offers of employment are contingent on standard background checks. Navient and certain of its affiliated companies are federal, state and/or local government contractors. Should this position support a Federal Government contract, now or in the future, the successful candidate will be subject to a background check conducted by the U.S. Government to determine eligibility and suitability for federal contract employment for public trust or sensitive positions. Positions that support state and/or local contracts also may require additional background checks to determine eligibility and suitability.

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