Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist

Clinical Document Improvement Specialist (CDS)Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.The Clinical Document Improvement Specialist - (CDS) is responsible for providing CDI program oversight and day to day CDI implementation of processes related to the concurrent review of the clinical documentation in the inpatient medical record of Optum 360 clients' patients. The goal of the CDS oversight and practice is to assess the technical accuracy, specificity, and completeness of provider clinical documentation, and to ensure that the documentation explicitly identifies all clinical findings and conditions present at the time of service.This position reviews all clinical information and documentation to make improvements that result in accurate, comprehensive documentation that reflects completely, the clinical treatment, decisions, and diagnoses for the patient. The CDS utilizes clinical expertise and clinical documentation improvement practices as well as facility specific tools for best practice and compliance with the mission/philosophy, standards, goals and core values of Optum 360. In this position the CDS will utilizing the Optum™ CDI 3D technology that is assisting hospitals to improve data quality to accurately reflect the quality of care provided and ensure revenue integrity.Our three-dimensional approach to CDI technology, paired with best-practice adoption methodology and change management support, is helping hospitals make a real impact on CDI efficiency and effectiveness.Increase in identification of cases with CDI opportunities, with automated review of 100% of recordsImproved tracking, transparency and reporting related to CDI impact, revenue capture, trending, and complianceEasing the transition to ICD-10 by improving the specificity and completeness of clinical documentation, resulting in more accurate codingYou'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.Primary Responsibilities:Perform concurrent and retrospective chart reviews for improving the overall completeness of clinical documentationKeep abreast of current coding trends and maintain up to date knowledge of Medicare rules and regulations regarding diagnosis coding and CDI current trendsEffectively utilizes ICD-10 and related materials to investigate coding issues and produce accurate resultsConducts daily follow-up communication with providers regarding existing clarifications to obtain needed documentation specificityProvides expert level leadership for overall improvement in clinical documentation by providing proficient level review and assessment, and effectively articulating recommendations for improvement, and the rational for the recommendationsActively communicates with providers at all levels, to clarify information and to communicate documentation requirements for appropriate diagnoses based on severity of illness and risk of mortalityProvides complete follow-through on all requests for clarification or recommendations for improvementEnsures effective utilization of Optum® CDI 3D Technology to document all clarification activitiesUtilizes only the Optum360 approved clarification formsProactively develops a reciprocal relationship with the HIM Coding ProfessionalsEngages and consults with Physician Advisor /VPMA when needed, per the escalation process, to resolve provider issues regarding answering clarifications and participation in the clinical documentation improvement processYou'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.Required Qualifications:3+ years of acute care hospital clinical RN experience or Medical Graduate with CDI experience2+ years of experience in clinical medicine, pathophysiology, and pharmacology1+ years of experience in ICD-10 coding, coding conventions, and guidelinesProficiency using a PC in a Windows environment, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Electronic Medical RecordsPreferred Qualifications:CCDS, CDIP or CCS certification5+ years of acute inpatient hospital coding with certifications3+ years of CDI experience for an acute care hospitalCAC experience (Computer Assistant Coding)Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $60,200 - $107,400 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.