CDI Consultant- Full Time Only

Description

The Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) Consultant at e4health will ensure accurate and complete documentation in patient medical records. This role involves working with providers and coders to reflect the patient's severity and complexity of illness.

• Review medical records as assigned for complete and accurate documentation of all relevant diagnoses and procedures
• Initiate and complete queries as necessary to reflect accurate data regarding the patient’s inpatient or outpatient visit
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with HIPAA
• Demonstrate understanding of the business of healthcare: DRG payer issues, audit risks, documentation opportunities, quality metrics, hierarchical condition categories
• Work closely with the client, co-workers, and management to meet the specific needs of each assignment in alignment with core values
• Effectively utilize computer software based on the specific client requirements

Benefits

We offer an excellent salary, full benefits package including 401(k) with company match, medical, dental, vision, life, short/long term disability insurance, and PTO policy.

Physical Demands

Sitting, talking, hearing, and near vision are required over 90% of the time. Feeling is required over 90% of the time and reaching is required about 50% of the time. The ability to travel to field sites may be required up to 15% of the time.

Working Conditions

While performing essential functions, over 90% of the time is spent indoors, with protection from weather conditions. Exposure to noise levels that may be distracting or uncomfortable is present only in unusual situations.

About the Role

e4health empowers better health through innovative solutions in healthcare. We serve more than 400 hospitals and health systems nationwide, providing technology, mid-revenue cycle, and operational expertise to improve clinical, financial, and health information data and workflows.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of clinical documentation experience
• Active RN license
• Maryland Facility APR-DRG specific experience strongly preferred
• Experience with Epic & 3M 3606-10 cases per day maintaining a 30% query rate
• Ability to use a PC for medical record review along with proficiency utilizing Microsoft products (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to communicate effectively with e4health management and clients
• CCDS or CDIP certification (preferred)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (preferred)