Remote CDI Specialist: Elevate Clinical Documentation & Coding

Texas Health Institute; Los Alamitos (CA); Remote; USD 73,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group seeks a Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) reviewer to analyze clinical records within 24-48 hours of admission and ensure documentation aligns with evidence-based guidelines.

The role supports physicians, conducts concurrent reviews, and drives CDI education and improvements. Remote work is allowed nationwide; compensation ranges from $72,800 to $130,000 per year, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience required.
• RN license or medical school graduate with CDI experience.
• Experience communicating with physicians and performing CDI chart reviews.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical records within 24-48 hours of admission for evidence-based alignment.
• Communicate with providers to reinforce guidelines and ensure accurate coding.
• Track productivity for reporting and impact analyses.
• Lead improvements in clinical documentation and educate care teams.
• Collaborate with Medical Director and Care Coordination on CDI initiatives.

Skills

Physician communication

ICD-10-CM/PCS knowledge

MS-DRG/APR-DRG knowledge

EMR proficiency

Windows/Office basics

CDI experience

Education

Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience

RN License

Medical School Graduate

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

UnitedHealth Group seeks a Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) reviewer to analyze clinical records within 24-48 hours of admission and ensure documentation aligns with evidence-based guidelines.

The role supports physicians, conducts concurrent reviews, and drives CDI education and improvements. Remote work is allowed nationwide; compensation ranges from $72,800 to $130,000 per year, with comprehensive benefits.