CDI Query Writer at Accuity Delivery Systems LLC

Mount Laurel, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Excellent Communication Skills, Strong Writing Skills, Strong Oral Skills, Excellent Critical Thinking Skills, Strong Computer Skills, Data Analysis, Multi-tasking, Professional Relationships, Policy Compliance, ICD-10 Coding, Medical Terminology, Attention to Detail, Remote Work, EMR Systems, Query Writing, Coding Guidelines

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description POSITION SUMMARY: The CDI Query Writer is responsible for facilitating and distributing compliant queries to appropriate providers to obtain optimal quality documentation ensuring proper translation of the medical record and capture the true clinical picture of each patient. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Assess the clinical indicators and suggestions of various query requests received from the MD Reviewer/ DRG Integrity Specialist Collaborate and communicate as necessary to clarify and avoid misinterpretation to ensure the query is optimally written and distributed to the correct client provider Creates queries in a compliant manner in accordance with AHIMA and ACDIS compliant query guidelines as well as American Hospital Association (AHA) Coding Clinic Guidelines, ensuring that proper medical diagnoses and procedures are being submitted for reimbursement Constructs queries with attention to detail, utilizing proper grammar and punctuation Utilizes ICD-10 coding guidelines and medical terminology to expertly create a query which results in improved accuracy of patient severity of illness, and/or risk of mortality representing the patient’s true clinical picture in final code assignment Participates in all educational opportunities provided by Accuity for updates in current coding and query writing guidelines as well as internal and client policies and procedures Utilizes Accuity policies and procedures, as well as Federal and State coding reimbursement guidelines, and application of correct coding guidelines to ensure the documentation supports code assignment is at the greatest level of specificity Will competently use Accuity tracking tool for data entry for reportable criteria Maintains expected productivity and quality standards Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned Requirements POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Education: At least one of the following: Foreign Medical Graduate Associates Degree in Nursing Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing Bachelor’s Degree in Health Information Management Other related degree will be reviewed as the discretion of management Experience: Minimum 3 years of clinical work experience Minimum 2 years of current Inpatient CDI experience Licensure and/or Credentials: At least one of the following: MD, DO, CDIP, RN, BSN, CCS, CCDS Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent communication skills Very strong writing skills, appropriate punctuation, grammar etc. Strong oral skills Excellent critical thinking skills Strong computer skills with the ability to learn multiple EMR systems as well as data reporting systems Ability to analyze data, perform multiple tasks and work independently Must be able to develop and maintain professional, service-oriented working relationships with all staff especially Accuity physician reviewers Must be able to understand and comply with policies and procedures Ability to multi-task while utilizing multiple screens Ability to use a PC in a Windows environment, including MS Word Independent, focused individual able to work remotely or on-site

Responsibilities

The CDI Query Writer is responsible for creating compliant queries to ensure accurate documentation of patient medical records. This role involves collaboration with providers and adherence to coding guidelines to optimize reimbursement.