Clinical Documentation RN: Elevate Care & Reimbursement

Houstonmethodistcareers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Clinical Documentation Specialist RN in Houston, TX to improve the quality and completeness of clinical documentation. The role analyzes records for DRGs, collaborates with physicians and coding staff, and identifies opportunities to optimize reimbursement and accuracy.

Strong communication and leadership will be essential. Required RN license in Texas with familiarity in documentation standards; five years of acute care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates knowledge of DRG payor issues and documentation requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with physicians, staff and patients.
• Analytical thinking and problem solving in documentation and coding.
• Ability to educate team members on documentation opportunities and reimbursement issues.

Responsibilities

• Improve the quality, completeness and accuracy of clinical documentation.
• Educate the care team on documentation opportunities and reimbursement considerations.
• Collaborate with physicians and coding staff to ensure appropriate reimbursement.
• Track DRG trends and evidence-based documentation improvements.

Skills

DRG payor issues

Analytical thinking

Communication

Documentation requirements

Customer service

Education

RN - Registered Nurse, Texas Licensure

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking a Clinical Documentation Specialist RN in Houston, TX to improve the quality and completeness of clinical documentation. The role analyzes records for DRGs, collaborates with physicians and coding staff, and identifies opportunities to optimize reimbursement and accuracy.

Strong communication and leadership will be essential. Required RN license in Texas with familiarity in documentation standards; five years of acute care experience preferred.