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Company: Carle HealthLocation: Champaign, IL Employment Type: Full Time Date Posted: 02/09/2026 Job Categories: Healthcare, Other, Healthcare, Practitioner and Technician, Information Technology, Medical |
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Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist Overview Performs inpatient chart review to determine appropriate DRG assignment and assures appropriate documentation in the chart to support clinical care provided, including severity of illness and risk of mortality which impacts Case Mix Index and mortality ratings. Coordinates with physicians, nurses, ancillary staff, and the coders in Health Information Management to identify and record principal and secondary diagnoses, principal procedures, and assign the working DRG. Performs second level review of specific DRGs as assigned. Presents education related to CDI topics to peers and providers we needed or requested. Reviews DRG denials and provides information to the denials team related to appealing the encounter Qualifications EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Associate's Degree in Nursing or Doctorate CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS Registered Nurse (RN) Illinois or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS (2) Years of CDI specific experience to be considered At least two (2) years Clinical bedside experience if an RN Medical Graduate with clinical practice as a physician in an acute care setting if degree is Doctorate SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Requires excellent organizational and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work as an active member. Up to date clinical skills preferred; need to have current working knowledge of pathology, managed care, healthcare quality, and reimbursement. Excellent computer skills, including knowledge of word, excel and power point. Responsibilities Conducts the initial concurrent review process for all selected admissions. Clarifies documentation in the medical record as appropriate through communication with the physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff. Assures documentation in chart represents a true clinical picture of the patient diagnoses and supports care that was given and DRG assigned. Documents findings within Carle CDI software and updates software as required to reflect status of the encounter and any follow up. Coordinates with the physicians, nurses, ancillary hospital staff, and Health Information Management Department's coding staff to identify and record principal and secondary diagnoses, principal procedures, and assign the working DRG. Follows query process and escalates as necessary. Conducts education related to CDI topics to peers and providers as needed or requested. Performs second level review on selected inpatient encounters. Reviews denials for accurate and complete documentation and develops appeal letter when needed. Attends mandatory and regular education sessions as needed. Follows appropriate workflow in EPIC and CDI software and notifies one up leader of any issues. May serve as an "expert" and participate in testing for upgrades as needed. About Us Find it here.Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all here at Carle Health.Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,500 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses and is recognized as a Great Place to Work®. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital and Carle Health Pekin Hospital hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Contact Information
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