RN Clinical Documentation & Coding Specialist

Houstonmethodistcareers; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Clinical Documentation Specialist RN to enhance the quality and completeness of clinical documentation. You will analyze medical records for DRGs, complications and comorbidities, identifying trends and making recommendations for documentation improvements.

Required: Five years in acute care, Texas RN licensure with PS V Compact relocation plan; CCDS/CDIP/CCS preferred. Strong communication and collaboration with physicians and coding staff is essential.

Qualifications

• RN-registered nurse with Texas licensure or eligible; valid Texas license within 60 days if relocating.
• Five years of acute care experience in adults; coding and utilization review preferred.

Responsibilities

• Improve quality and completeness of clinical documentation.
• Analyze records for DRGs, complications and comorbidities; make recommendations.
• Educate care team on documentation and reimbursement processes.
• Engage physicians and staff to ensure accurate coding and documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

English proficiency

Education

Texas RN license

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking a Clinical Documentation Specialist RN to enhance the quality and completeness of clinical documentation. You will analyze medical records for DRGs, complications and comorbidities, identifying trends and making recommendations for documentation improvements.

Required: Five years in acute care, Texas RN licensure with PS V Compact relocation plan; CCDS/CDIP/CCS preferred. Strong communication and collaboration with physicians and coding staff is essential.