Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist - Part-Time (32 hours per week)

Bluestone Physician Services • Stillwater, MN

95d • $29 - $37

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Part-Time Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Specialist. The primary responsibility of this role is to conduct thorough patient chart reviews to identify opportunities for providers to capture risk adjustment diagnostic codes accurately. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring proper documentation to support appropriate and accurate disease capture and documentation by Bluestone providers. This part-time position offers remote flexibility and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on documentation accuracy and comprehensive disease capture for Bluestone providers. If you are passionate about improving coding practices and ensuring quality patient care, we encourage you to apply! Schedule: Part-time (32 hours per week), weekdays during regular business hours, no evenings, weekends or holidays. Location: This remote role MUST be located in one of the Bluestone Markets (Minnesota, Wisconsin or Florida). Salary: $29.00 - $37.00 per hour. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, Nursing, or related field.
• Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) certification, Risk Adjustment Coding (RAC) or related risk certification required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in healthcare coding, with a focus on Hierarchical Condition Category (HCC) coding and risk adjustment.
• Proficiency in reviewing and analyzing medical records for documentation deficiencies and coding opportunities.
• Strong understanding of ICD-10-CM coding guidelines, particularly as they relate to risk adjustment.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with Bluestone providers and clinical staff.
• Demonstrated experience in providing education and training to Bluestone professionals.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote or part-time role.
• Knowledge of healthcare compliance regulations and privacy laws.
• Demonstrated compatibility with Bluestone’s mission and operating philosophies.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive reviews of patient charts to identify gaps in documentation and opportunities for risk adjustment coding improvement.
• Collaborate with Bluestone providers and other clinical staff to educate them on the importance of accurate documentation for risk adjustment purposes.
• Provide ongoing training and support to Bluestone providers to enhance their understanding of risk adjustment coding guidelines and documentation requirements.
• Offer guidance and feedback to providers to facilitate improved documentation practices and ensure compliance with coding standards.
• Act as a resource for clinical staff regarding coding inquiries and documentation best practices.
• Maintain accurate records of chart reviews, coding opportunities identified, and outcomes of provider education efforts.
• Stay current with updates and changes in risk adjustment coding guidelines and regulations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of CDI initiatives to optimize coding accuracy and capture disease burden among Bluestone’s patient population.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Materials Insurance
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Company paid Short and Long-term Disability
• Health Savings Account (with employer contribution)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement plan with 4% matching contributions
• Paid holidays for office closures
• Twelve days (12 Days) Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company sponsored laptop and computer accessories

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees