Clinical Documentation Specialist (CDI)

Solventum-; United States; Remote; USD 96,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Solventum seeks a Clinical Documentation Specialist (CDI) to review inpatient records for SOI/ROM, quality outcomes, medical necessity, and appropriate reimbursement, supporting accurate DRG integrity.

The CDI collaborates with physicians and coding staff, initiates compliant physician queries, and maintains a 98% accuracy rate. The role includes rounds, education initiatives, and potential travel up to 10%; remote US-based work with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Must have RN license with a BSN or higher and 7 years of nursing experience.
• 5 years of inpatient acute care experience required.
• Experience with ICD-10/PCS, MS-DRG/APR-DRG required.
• Clinical knowledge applying coding guidelines (CCDS/CCS/CDIP).
• Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint; EMR exposure are pluses.

Responsibilities

• Perform concurrent and retrospective reviews of inpatient records for documentation accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain an accuracy rate of 98% in documentation and coding.
• Initiate compliant physician queries to clarify documentation.
• Collaborate with coding staff to ensure accurate ICD-10-CM/PCS coding and DRG assignment.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and documentation improvement initiatives.
• Assist with denial prevention by supporting documentation integrity.

Skills

Auditing practices

ICD-10/PCS guidelines

MS-DRG/APR-DRG methodologies

Clinical documentation

CCDS/CCS/CDIP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse license

Tools

360 Encompass

Job description

By applying to this position, you acknowledge that Solventum recently publicly announced its intention to divest its Health Information Systems Business. No decision has been made regarding the ultimate structure or timing of any potential transaction, and there can be no assurance that a separation will occur. Any transaction would be subject to customary approvals, including approval by Solventum's Board of Directors, regulatory requirements and other customary conditions. This position supports the Health Information Systems Business. If a future transaction involving that business were to occur, the impact on this role would be determined as part of that process and would remain subject to applicable legal requirements, approvals and business decisions. Link: https://news.solventum.com/press-releases/detail/144/solventum-announces-intent-to-separate-its-health-information-systems-businessThank you for your interest in joining Solventum. Solventum is a new healthcare company with a long legacy of solving big challenges that improve lives and help healthcare professionals perform at their best. At Solventum, people are at the heart of every innovation we pursue. Guided by empathy, insight, and clinical intelligence, we collaborate with the best minds in healthcare to address our customers’ toughest challenges. While we continue updating the Solventum Careers Page and applicant materials, some documents may still reflect legacy branding. Please note that all listed roles are Solventum positions, and our Privacy Policy: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/legal/website-privacy-statement/applicant-privacy/ applies to any personal information you submit. As it was with 3M, at Solventum all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Job Description:Clinical Documentation Specialist (CDI) (Solventum)3M Health Care is now SolventumAt Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers’ toughest challenges, we pioneer game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients' lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. Because people, and their wellbeing, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue.We partner closely with the brightest minds in healthcare to ensure that every solution we create melds the latest technology with compassion and empathy. Because at Solventum, we never stop solving for you.The Impact You’ll Make in this RoleHere, you will make an impact by:As an CDI , The Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) Specialist is responsible for reviewing inpatient medical records to ensure accurate, complete, and compliant clinical documentation that reflects the severity of illness (SOI), risk of mortality (ROM), quality outcomes, medical necessity, and appropriate reimbursement. The CDI Specialist collaborates with physicians, coding professionals and other healthcare team members to improve documentation quality and support accurate code assignment and DRG integrity.• Perform concurrent and/or retrospective reviews of inpatient medical records for documentation accuracy, completeness, and compliance.• Maintain an accuracy rate of 98%• Identify opportunities for clarification of diagnoses, procedures, present on admission (POA) indicators, severity of illness, risk adjustment, and clinical validation.• Initiate compliant physician queries to clarify conflicting, incomplete, or nonspecific documentation.• Collaborate with coding staff to ensure accurate ICD-10-CM/PCS coding and MS-DRG/APR-DRG assignment.• Monitor documentation trends related to mortality, quality indicators, hospital-acquired conditions (HACs), patient safety indicators (PSIs.• Conduct clinical validation reviews for diagnoses such as sepsis, respiratory failure, encephalopathy, malnutrition, acute kidney injury, and other high-risk conditions.• Maintain productivity and quality standards established by Solventum/facility Query rate of 35-40%, review rate of 20-25 cases per day and an accuracy rate of 98%• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, provider education, and documentation improvement initiatives.• Assist with denial prevention by supporting documentation integrity initiatives.• Stay current with CMS, ICD-10, AHA Coding Clinic, and organizational compliance standards.Your Skills and ExpertiseTo set you up for success in this role from day one, Solventum requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:Valid Registered Nurse license with a bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) AND Seven (7) years of Nursing experience AND five (5) years of experience in the inpatient acute care settingIn addition to the above requirements, the following are also required:Experience auditing practices, ICD 10, PCS guidelines, quality initiatives, and MS-DRG and APR DRG methodologiesClinical knowledge and application to codingExperience in CCDS, CCS, or CDIP with (7) seven years of clinical documentation/DRG validatorDo you have knowledge of the Solventum HIS software portfolio (e.g., 360 Encompass)Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:Experience with telecommuting, working with EMRs and other electronic tools with current chart auditing skillsKnowledgeable in Solventum HIS software portfolio (360 Encompass)Proficient Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and other Microsoft Office programs and excellent verbal, written, presentation, analytical and organizational skillsWork location: Remote-United StatesTravel: May include up to 10% [domestic/international]Relocation Assistance: May be authorizedMust be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).Supporting Your Well-beingSolventum offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, Solventum regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.By applying to this position, you acknowledge that Solventum recently publicly announced its intention to divest its Health Information Systems Business. See Solventum Announces Intent to Separate its Health Information Systems Business :: Solventum Corporation Newsroom . No decision has been made regarding the ultimate structure or timing of any potential transaction, and there can be no assurance that a separation will occur. Any transaction would be subject to customary approvals, including approval by Solventum's Board of Directors, regulatory requirements and other customary conditions. This position supports the Health Information Systems Business. If a future transaction involving that business were to occur, the impact on this role would be determined as part of that process and would remain subject to applicable legal requirements, approvals and business decisions.Onboarding Requirement: To improve the onboarding experience, you will have an opportunity to meet with your manager and other new employees as part of the Solventum new employee orientation. As a result, new employees hired for this position will be required to travel to a designated company location for on-site onboarding during their initial days of employment. Travel arrangements and related expenses will be coordinated and paid for by the company in accordance with its travel policy. Applies to new hires with a start date of October 1st 2025 or later.Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $96,000 - $132,000, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. 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