Clinical Documentation Improvement - Revenue Cycle

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston); Houston (TX); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution is seeking a Clinical Documentation Improvement Education Specialist to enhance provider documentation and coding accuracy across various settings. This full-time remote role requires collaboration with compliance and coding teams, as well as the development of educational materials. Comprehensive benefits are offered, emphasizing a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Fully Paid Medical Premiums

Generous Time Off

Longevity Pay

Retirement Plans

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• CDI Certification required within one year of employment.
• Minimum three years of coding, billing compliance, or CDI education experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain educational resources and sessions for providers.
• Audit encounter notes for documentation compliance and accuracy.
• Track and communicate CDI education efforts.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Critical Thinking

Data Interpretation

Time Management

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Presentation Software

Internet Communication Tools

Job description

Clinical Documentation Improvement - Revenue Cycle

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Position Summary

The Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Education Specialist reports to the CDI Director and is responsible for ensuring providers document and code encounters and procedures accurately across inpatient, outpatient, and clinic settings to meet billing requirements. The role involves creating provider education to improve documentation and coding accuracy, collaborating with Coding, Charge Capture, and Billing Compliance teams to identify educational needs.

Qualifications and Skills

• Certification as RHIA, RHIT, CCS, or CCS-P; CDI Certification required within one year of employment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, presentation software, and internet communication tools
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and data interpretation skills
• Excellent time management and ability to work independently under pressure

Experience and Education

• Associate’s degree or equivalent; bachelor’s preferred
• Minimum three years of coding, billing compliance, or CDI education experience; two years as a pro-fee coder/auditor preferred

Position Details

• Department: Revenue Cycle
• Status: Full-time
• Location: Remote (must reside in Texas)
• Travel: Must attend onsite meetings as required

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain educational resources and sessions for providers
• Collaborate with Compliance and Coding teams on projects
• Audit encounter notes for documentation compliance and accuracy
• Create educational materials for new provider orientation
• Track and communicate CDI education efforts
• Serve as SME on CDI scope during meetings

Additional Information

We offer comprehensive benefits, including fully paid medical premiums, generous time off, longevity pay, retirement plans, and various employee discounts. Note: We do not provide lodging or mileage reimbursement for training. Employees must reside in Texas.