Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist-Coding

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Abu Dhabi seeks a skilled CDI Auditor to enhance coding accuracy and documentation improvement. In this role, you will work closely with physicians, coders, and the CDI team to streamline processes and conduct training.

The ideal candidate must possess strong coding skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and experience in a healthcare facility. Educational qualifications include coding certifications like RHIT or CPC.

Qualifications

• Strong coding skills and extensive knowledge of medical terminology.
• Understanding of the human disease process, anatomy, and physiology.
• Experience in reviewing and ensuring compliance with coding standards.

Responsibilities

• Audit inpatient and outpatient cases for DRG validation.
• Work with physicians and coders to streamline processes.
• Provide training to maintain quality and productivity standards.

Skills

IR-DRG, ICD10 and CPT

Statistical analysis/Data analysis

Microsoft Office tools

Education

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

Certified Coding Professional (CPC)

Certified Professional Coder (CPC-A)

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)

Job description

The CDI primary role will be auditing inpatient, outpatient cases for DRG validation and documentation improvement opportunities utilizing a unique approach that combines technology, coding and clinical documentation auditing expertise.

Responsibilities include working directly with the Physicians, Coders and CDI team members to streamline processes, identify training needs, and ensure consistent information is shared, as well as providing training as needed to maintain quality and productivity standards.

This person should have strong coding skills, extensive knowledge of medical terminology, the human disease process, anatomy and physiology, and a thorough understanding of the workflow and processes utilized by the team members to successfully complete review processes.

Viewed as an expert, highly sought‑after resource, and a key advisor to other business partners, this role ensures compliance of coding, billing and charging with regulatory and accreditation standards.

Experience

• IR-DRG, ICD10 and CPT
• Statistical analysis/Data analysis
• Microsoft Office tools
• Experience in a large healthcare facility
• Desired experience in a large healthcare facility
• Desired experience in IR-DRG and ICD10

Educational Qualification

Any of the following: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Professional (CPC), Certified Professional Coder (CPC-A), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist-Physician Based (CCS-P), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), or equivalent coding certification.