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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 capturing the true clinical picture of each patient.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assess clinical indicators and suggestions of various query requests received from the MD Reviewer/DRG Integrity Specialist.
2. Collaborate and communicate as necessary to clarify and avoid misinterpretation, ensuring the query is optimally written and distributed to the correct provider.
3. Create queries in a compliant manner according to AHIMA, ACDIS, and AHA Coding Clinic Guidelines, ensuring proper medical diagnoses and procedures are submitted for reimbursement.
4. Construct queries with attention to detail, utilizing proper grammar and punctuation.
5. Use ICD-10 coding guidelines and medical terminology to create queries that improve accuracy of patient severity of illness and risk of mortality, reflecting the patient's true clinical picture in final code assignment.
6. Participate in educational opportunities provided by Accuity to stay updated on coding and query writing guidelines and policies.
7. Follow Accuity policies, federal and state coding reimbursement guidelines, and correct coding practices to ensure documentation supports code assignment at the highest level of specificity.
8. Use Accuity tracking tools for data entry of reportable criteria.
9. Maintain productivity and quality standards.
10. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Foreign Medical Graduate
• Associates Degree in Nursing
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management
• Other related degrees reviewed at management's discretion

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 and strong writing skills, including punctuation and grammar
• Strong oral communication skills
• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Proficiency with computer systems, including EMR and data reporting systems
• Ability to analyze data, perform multiple tasks, and work independently
• Ability to develop and maintain professional, service-oriented relationships with staff and physician reviewers
• Understanding and compliance with policies and procedures
• Ability to multitask using multiple screens
• Proficiency in Windows environment and MS Word
• Ability to work remotely or on-site as an independent, focused individual