by Carolyn Riel
It can be easy to get lost in the typical day-to-day shuffle and forget to pause and appreciate both ourselves and our colleagues. Gratitude works best in a cyclical fashion: Managers show their appreciation to their staff members, and staff show appreciation back...Read More »
by Linnea Archibald
CDI’s work touches nearly every facet within an organization, from the business departments (e.g., financial, contracts, denials management, etc.) to clinical initiatives. Because of this interconnectivity, CDI programs must collaborate with and provide...Read More »
by Trey La Charité, MD, FACP, SFHM, CCS, CCDS
If you haven’t noticed, things are a little different these days. I am willing to bet your CDI program does not look like it did before COVID-19 reared its ugly head. As a result of the pandemic, delivering consistent, quality CDI...Read More »
FEATURES 6 Need-to-know basics 12 What CDI hiring managers are looking for 17 Record reviews: Finding what works for you 22 Recapping the 2021...Read More »
by Linnea Archibald
A new year often means a spike in gym memberships, dieting, decluttering, and resolutions for all the ways people plan to better themselves and their lives in the coming 12 months. Of course, we all know (and...Read More »
by Carolyn Riel
The primary purpose of CDI work is the review of a medical record to increase the accuracy, clarity, and specificity of provider documentation. CDI specialists must be able to apply both clinical and coding knowledge in order to discern relevant clinical conditions...Read More »
by Angelica Naylor, MBA, BSN, RN, CCDS, CCS
Most of us know what CDI stands for and what it means. Most of us also know that it is a lot more than the three-letter acronym for clinical documentation integrity. What about the nursing, coding, and medical professionals who do not...Read More »
by Carolyn Riel
When you’re looking to enter the world of CDI, filling out your first application can be a daunting task. You may not know what experience to include on your resume, what completed training is relevant, or what interpersonal skills a hiring manager might be looking...Read More »
