CDI Consultant

Job Description

Description:

JOB SUMMARY:

The Clinical Documentation Integrity Consultant will provide timely reviews of patient medical records to ensure accurate and complete documentation to reflect the patient’s severity and complexity of illness. The CDI consultant is expected to work with providers and coders to ensure that documentation on the chart reflects the complexity of the patient. The ability to educate and interact with providers is essential.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Review medical records as assigned for complete and accurate documentation of all relevant diagnoses and procedures

Initiate and complete queries as necessary to reflect accurate data regarding the patient’s inpatient or outpatient visit

Adhere to guidelines as set forth by ACDIS, AAPC, and AHIMA

Maintain strict confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with HIPAA

Demonstrate understanding of the business of healthcare: DRG payer issues, audit risks, documentation opportunities, quality metrics, hierarchical condition categories

Work closely with the client, co-workers and management to meet the specific needs of each assignment in alignment with Intellis’ core values

Effectively utilize computer software based on the specific client requirements

BENEFITS:

We offer an excellent salary, full benefits package including 401(k) with company match, medical, dental, vision, life, & short/long term disability insurance, and PTO policy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Sitting, talking, hearing and near vision are required over 90% of the time. Feeling is required 90% of the time and reaching is required about 50% of the time. The ability to travel to field sites may be required up to 15% of the time.

WORKING CONDITIONS WHILE PERFORMING ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Over 90% of the time is spent indoors, with protection from weather conditions. Exposure to noise levels that may be distracting or uncomfortable is present in only unusual situations.

e4health is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category.

Applicants for U.S. based positions with e4health must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

2+ years of clinical documentation experience

Current RN license or graduate of medical school with 5+ years of acute care experience preferred; some clients may require RN

Strong analytical skills to clinically evaluate the medical record

Ability to use a PC for medical record review along with proficiency utilizing Microsoft products (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Ability to communicate effectively with e4health management and clients

Preferred Qualifications:

CCDS or CDIP certification

BSN, in addition to RN license is preferred

KEY SUCCESS ATTRIBUTES:?

Integrity, passion, and ethics are required

Demonstrates strong collaboration skills

Has strong analytic and problem-solving abilities and techniques

Exhibit consistent initiative with strong drive for results and success

Demonstrate commitment to a team environment?

Well-developed written, verbal, and presentation communication skills including deep listening and attention to detail

Ability to self-motivate and self-direct

Possess strong time management and organizational skills

Commitment and adherence to company Core Values

CORE COMPETENCIES:

High level of integrity & ethical judgement

Communication

Consistency and Reliability

Meeting standards

Full-time