Senior Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (Exempt)

Are you a highly experienced and detail-oriented Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist? Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care and financial outcomes? If so, Mercy has a position for you!As a Senior Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist at Mercy, you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and complete clinical documentation to support coding, billing, quality reporting, and reimbursement. Our ideal candidate is a natural leader with a passion for educating and collaborating with healthcare providers to improve documentation practices.We are seeking a dedicated individual with a strong clinical background, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of coding and reimbursement guidelines. If you possess these qualifications and are looking to take the next step in your career, we invite you to apply for this exempt position at Mercy.

• Develop and implement clinical documentation improvement (CDI) programs and initiatives to improve accuracy and completeness of documentation.
• Conduct thorough reviews of medical records to identify gaps and inconsistencies in documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to educate and train on proper documentation practices.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on coding and reimbursement guidelines, providing guidance and support to other CDI staff.
• Monitor coding and billing data to identify potential areas for improvement and work with relevant departments to implement changes.
• Analyze and report on key metrics related to CDI, such as documentation accuracy and financial impact.
• Keep up-to-date with industry changes and regulatory requirements related to documentation and coding.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including physicians, coding staff, and healthcare administration.
• Serve as a mentor and resource for junior CDI staff, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care and documentation strategies.
• Conduct regular audits and provide feedback to providers on their documentation practices.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of CDI policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Collaborate with revenue cycle and coding teams to ensure accurate and timely billing and reimbursement.
• Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by the CDI manager or healthcare administration.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Senior Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (Exempt) in Ardmore, OK 73401, USA is between $80,000 and $100,000 per year. However, this can vary based on factors such as experience, education, and specific job duties.

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