Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist RN (MNA)

Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for effective care delivery and management of patient care within a specialty, utilizing the nursing process and adhering to current standards of nursing practice. Communicates and coordinates effectively with all entities involved in the care of the patient to promote safe, high quality care. Making decisions reflecting critical thinking and evidence based nursing practice.

Position Details:

• Location: Remote (MA Residents only)

• Department: Population Health- Risk adjustment

• Schedule: Full time, 40HRS Weekly
  

If you are a MA resident, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges

Primary Responsibilities:

• Reviews encounters in the electronic medical record to ensure accuracy and appropriateness of clinician documentation using relevant risk adjustment program standards
• Utilizes abstract reports to substantiate HCC diagnoses that have been billed and/or are considered relevant but do not appear on the patient's problem list
• Provides concurrent and retrospective abstraction for all Atrius Risk Adjustment programs
• Independently conducts chart reviews for supporting documentation of diagnosis codes which can be added to Problem List. Assigns accurate diagnosis codes to Problem List; follows standard work for adding diagnoses to Problem List
• Reviews new Atrius patients for potential diagnoses supporting risk adjustment programs and updates problem list in the electronic medical record
• With coding education team, provides clinician training for risk adjustment programs. Ad hoc visits to clinical sites may be scheduled to enhance coordination of team-based care and to facilitate clinician education
• Participates in development, implementation, and monitoring of procedures that support organizational goals and business objective related to risk adjustment capture
• Utilizes thorough understanding of CMS/Medicare coding regulations as well as technical knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT systems
• Performs other duties as assigned 
  

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of a State-approved school of nursing
• Current, unrestricted, license to practice professional nursing in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Certification as professional coder (CPC, CCS-P, CCS, CPC-H, CRC-risk, AAPC) or ability to obtain certification while working in the position
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
• 3+ years nursing experience with at least 3+ years of clinical experience with chronic disease patient population in an ambulatory or inpatient setting required. Experience in a variety of specialties and multiple diseases within each specialty preferred
• Computer experience with the ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs
• Electronic medical record (EMR) experience and/or aptitude to master the EMR based on other technology experience
• Proven solid written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty
• 2+ years of RN experience
• Proven solid critical thinking, problem solving, interpersonal and patient interviewing skills
• Proven ability to interpret clinical information, assess the implication of treatment and develop and implement a plan of care
• Proven ability to prioritize, multitask, and work in a rapidly changing environment with multiple demands
• Proven excellence in practice, documentation, and cost-effective care utilization. Maintains high patient satisfaction
  

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $38.66 to $71.87 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.