Senior Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (Exempt)

Are you passionate about optimizing clinical documentation for improved patient outcomes? Do you have extensive experience in the healthcare industry and a deep understanding of coding and reimbursement guidelines? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team at Mercy as a Senior Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist. In this role, you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and complete documentation, ultimately contributing to providing the best possible care for our patients. As a leader in this field, you will have the opportunity to mentor and guide other team members while also staying up-to-date on industry developments and best practices. If you are a detail-oriented, analytical thinker with excellent communication skills and a commitment to continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply for this position.

1. Collaborate with healthcare providers to identify and address areas for improvement in clinical documentation.
2. Analyze medical records and coding data to identify opportunities for accurate and complete documentation.
3. Educate and train healthcare providers on coding and documentation best practices.
4. Stay current on coding and reimbursement guidelines and communicate changes to healthcare providers.
5. Mentor and guide team members in clinical documentation improvement strategies.
6. Develop and implement processes to improve clinical documentation accuracy and completeness.
7. Work with cross-functional teams to optimize clinical documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
8. Provide regular reports and analysis on clinical documentation improvement metrics.
9. Utilize technology and tools to support clinical documentation improvement efforts.
10. Collaborate with coding and billing departments to ensure accurate and timely reimbursement.
11. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and provide recommendations for improvement.
12. Serve as a subject matter expert for clinical documentation improvement within the organization.
13. Continuously assess and improve processes for clinical documentation improvement.
14. Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in all documentation.
15. Communicate effectively with healthcare providers and other stakeholders to address documentation issues and provide feedback.
16. Act as a resource for healthcare providers in understanding coding and documentation guidelines.
17. Adhere to all healthcare privacy and confidentiality regulations.
18. Participate in professional development activities to stay current on industry developments and best practices.
19. Support a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the clinical documentation team.
20. Foster a collaborative and positive work environment within the clinical documentation team.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Senior Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (Exempt) in Festus, MO, USA is $80,000 - $110,000 per year. This may vary depending on the individual's qualifications, experience, and the specific company they work for.

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