CDI Specialist - Remote Clinical Documentation

UnitedHealth Group; Plymouth (MN); Remote; USD 60,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a CDI Specialist to enhance clinical documentation integrity across acute care settings. The role emphasizes chart reviews, Medicare rule knowledge, and collaboration with physicians to ensure precise coding and quality care.

Applicants should have an Associates degree and either RN experience or CDI background, with strong clinical knowledge and EMR proficiency. This telecommuting position supports clinicians nationwide under UnitedHealth Group’s policy.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; RN or medical grad with CDI experience preferred.
• Experience in acute care hospital settings and CDI processes essential.
• Advanced knowledge in clinical medicine, pathophysiology, and pharmacology.

Responsibilities

• Perform concurrent and retrospective chart reviews to improve clinical documentation.
• Stay updated on Medicare rules and diagnosis coding requirements.
• Provide leadership to improve documentation quality and communicate recommendations.

Skills

RN experience

CDI experience

Clinical medicine

Physician communication

MS Office / EMR

Education

Associates degree

BSN preferred

CDS/CDIP/CCS certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Windows PC

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a CDI Specialist to enhance clinical documentation integrity across acute care settings. The role emphasizes chart reviews, Medicare rule knowledge, and collaboration with physicians to ensure precise coding and quality care.

Applicants should have an Associates degree and either RN experience or CDI background, with strong clinical knowledge and EMR proficiency. This telecommuting position supports clinicians nationwide under UnitedHealth Group’s policy.