Note from the Advisory Board: Set and assess core competencies continuously

by Sylvia Hoffman, RN, CCDS, CCDI, CDIP

The job description for a clinical documentation improvement (CDI) specialist involves more than simply leaving queries. The role takes many different forms, however, standard competency elements do exist—competencies CDI staff must achieve in order to perform their job well.  A CDI supervisor, or other department head, needs to determine whether his or her CDI team is functioning properly and upholding these standards.