Outpatient Clinical Documentation Specialist - Augusta, 40 hrs

Company: MaineGeneral Health
Location: Augusta
Posted on: July 1, 2020

Job Description:

Outpatient Clinical Documentation Specialist - Augusta, 40 hrs 40 hrsClinical Documentation Mgmt Prog 35 Medical Center ParkwayAugusta, Maine, 04330United States MaineGeneral Health is offering an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our team as a Clinical Documentation Specialist as we build and develop our Outpatient CDMP Program. This position collaborates with medical staff to ensure the accuracy & integrity of medical documentation.Responsibilities:Conducts concurrent and retrospective medical record reviews to ensure accurate and specific documentation of diagnoses and procedures. Identifies error and issues related to coding and documentation. Collaborates with the coding staff to ensure that the medical record has the necessary documentation to support accurate coding. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to assist with problem resolution, appropriate reimbursement and systems/performance measures. Provides consultation and education to organizational departments and committees to ensure regulatory compliance and optimum reimbursement. The ideal candidate will have:Maine state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) preferred. Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) through Association for Clinical Document Improvement Specialists (ACDIS) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) through American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) preferred Excellent customer service skills Proficiency in a suite of Microsoft Office applications Billing/coding experience helpful, medical terminology requiredAbility to work collaboratively with Providers Position Highlights:Competitive Benefit package including Health, Dental, and Disability options Generous earned time program Retirement plans with employer match

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