Senior Manager Clinical Documentation Integrity
Overview
Lead clinical documentation integrity initiatives at Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles. Oversee quality assurance reviews and schedule medical record evaluations to improve accuracy and completeness. Drive CDI program enhancements through data analysis and regulatory compliance. Mentor staff and collaborate with medical leadership to foster expertise in medical coding and diagnostics. Ensure adherence to federal regulations and best practices.
What You'll Do11
- 1Perform quality assurance reviews of medical records and schedule evaluations to enhance documentation accuracy
- 2Identify and correct omissions or contradictions in patient records efficiently
- 3Provide mentorship and serve as an expert resource for medical coding and DRG documentation
- 4Analyze reports to improve CDI program effectiveness and resolve open queries
- 5Drive process improvements by conducting data analysis and root cause investigations
- 6Manage regulatory compliance through audits and resolution of non‑compliance cases
- 7Oversee staff training and develop partnerships with medical leadership for educational programs
- 8Establish and lead CDI initiatives aligned with organizational goals and market demands
- 9Translate strategic plans into actionable tasks for units and teams
- 10Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards in healthcare documentation
- 11Foster collaboration across departments to achieve business objectives
Requirements9
- 1Minimum one year of experience managing operational or project budgets
- 2Minimum five years of leadership experience in healthcare documentation or related fields
- 3Minimum four years of experience in clinical documentation improvement or integrity
- 4Bachelor’s degree in Nursing Medicine Health Administration or related discipline
- 5Eight years of specialized experience in nursing medicine CDI inpatient coding quality review case management or similar roles
- 6Certification such as CCDS CDIP CCS-P RHIA RHIT
- 7Four years of proficiency with Epic or alternative EMR systems
- 8Proven ability to influence teams and resolve complex issues
- 9Strong analytical skills for interpreting audit findings and performance metrics
Salary Insight
$148 - $191k per year
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