Clinical Reviewer, Diagnosis Accuracy

Position Summary:

Highly skilled clinician to support the ongoing work of the Diagnosis Accuracy Program. The individual will review patient records to assess diagnosis code specificity, identify documentation and coding opportunities based on supporting clinical evidence, and validate suspect conditions.

Required Qualifications:

Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:

• Advanced Practice Clinicians either Master of Science in Nursing degree (Nurse Practitioner), Physician Assistant (PA), or Registered Nurse (RN) with clinical coding experience

• Minimum two years clinical experience

• Maintain a current, active, unrestricted state licensed/certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA), or Registered Nurse

Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong clinical background with in‑depth knowledge of medical terminology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and disease interactions, supported by sound clinical judgment and ability to interpret complex medical information.

• Strong and demonstrated PC skills are required along with an ability to learn new systems.

• Experience with electronic medical record and billing modules (e.g. Epic)

• Strong verbal, and written communication, skills

• Ability to work with others and develop consensus among differing parties.

• Knowledge of ICD-10 diagnosis coding, clinical documentation requirements, and clinical documentation improvement concepts

• Ability to self-direct work, detail orientated and organized

• Ability to manage and impart confidential information

Preferred Qualifications:

Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:

• Recommend Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS-P) Certification, AHIMA accredited Registered Health Information (RHIT), or Registered Health Information Administer (RHIA), Certified Documentation Expert – Outpatient (CDEO)
  • Recommend Certified Risk Coder (CRC) certification

• Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist – Outpatient (CCDS-O)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of multiple payment and risk adjustment methodologies used by government and commercial payers
• Ability to work collaboratively with others
• Ability to work in an ever-changing environment with differing perspectives and ability to resolve situations effectively

Benefits:

Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

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Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

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