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CDI Specialist

Franklin, TN · Remote

$33.50 - $45/hr

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Minot, ND · On-site +1

$34.50 - $46.25/hr

The CDI Specialist primarily works in an office or remote setting that requires prolonged periods of sitting, computer use, and detailed review of electronic medical records. The role may involve ...

CDI Specialist (3966)

Minot, ND · On-site +1

$34.50 - $46.25/hr

The CDI Specialist primarily works in an office or remote setting that requires prolonged periods of sitting, computer use, and detailed review of electronic medical records. The role may involve ...

CDI Specialists will collaborate extensively with physicians, nursing staff, other patient ... This is a remote position PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable ...

$39.27 - $64.80/hr

... issues in a remote environment, will be key to your success and to the achievement of our ... CDI experience 2 (two) years' experience inpatient coding auditor Certified Coding Specialist (CCS ...

Clinical Documentation Specialist (CDI)

$35.50 - $47.75/hr

Clinical Documentation Specialist (CDI) (Solventum) 3M Health Care is now Solventum At Solventum ... Remote-United States Travel: May include up to 10% [domestic/international] Relocation Assistance:

Revenue Cycle CDI Lead

Chicago, IL · Remote

$41.14 - $67.88/hr

You will assist with critical performance oversight, ensuring our CDI specialists meet high ... Remote Work & Ethics: Promotes a professional, collaborative remote work environment, troubleshoots ...

Revenue Cycle CDI Lead

Chicago, IL · Remote

$35.75 - $48.25/hr

You will assist with critical performance oversight, ensuring our CDI specialists meet high ... Remote Work & Ethics: Promotes a professional, collaborative remote work environment, troubleshoots ...

Revenue Cycle CDI Lead

Chicago, IL · Remote

$41.14 - $67.88/hr

You will assist with critical performance oversight, ensuring our CDI specialists meet high ... Remote Work & Ethics: Promotes a professional, collaborative remote work environment, troubleshoots ...

$41.14 - $67.88/hr

You will assist with critical performance oversight, ensuring our CDI specialists meet high ... Remote Work & Ethics: Promotes a professional, collaborative remote work environment, troubleshoots ...

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How much do remote cdi specialist jobs pay per month?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average monthly pay for remote cdi specialist in the United States is $4,498.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $3,625.00 and $4,791.67 per month, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the remote CDI specialist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote CDI (Clinical Documentation Improvement) Specialist, you need a solid background in healthcare, a deep understanding of clinical documentation standards, and experience with coding systems such as ICD-10 and DRG assignment. Proficiency in using EHRs (Electronic Health Records), CDI software platforms, and sometimes certification as a CCDS or CDIP is highly valuable. Outstanding communication, attention to detail, and self-motivation are important soft skills for remote collaboration and ensuring documentation accuracy. These competencies are crucial to enhance documentation quality, ensure regulatory compliance, and support optimal patient care and organization reimbursement.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a remote CDI specialist?

As a Remote CDI Specialist, your daily tasks typically involve reviewing medical records and provider documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness for coding and compliance purposes. You'll collaborate with physicians, coders, and other healthcare professionals virtually to clarify documentation and improve the quality of patient records. Monitoring queries, analyzing trends, and participating in virtual team meetings are also common components of your workflow. This role requires balancing independent focus work with effective communication to support both clinical and financial objectives within your organization.

What is a remote CDI specialist?

A Remote CDI (Clinical Documentation Improvement) Specialist is a healthcare professional who reviews patient medical records to ensure accurate documentation for coding, compliance, and reimbursement. They work remotely to analyze clinical data, collaborate with physicians, and provide education on documentation best practices. Their role helps improve healthcare quality, supports accurate coding, and ensures proper revenue cycle management.

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CDI Specialist

Vertek Staffing

Franklin, TN • Remote

$33.50 - $45/hr

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Re-posted 14 days ago


Job description

CDI Specialist - Remote

Acute Care Hospital Experience Required

Required Education
  • High School Diploma required with submission
Required Certifications & Licensure

Online certification verification required with submission.

Required:

  • Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license

Preferred Certifications:

  • Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) - ACDIS
  • Certified Documentation Improvement Practitioner (CDIP) - AHIMA
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - AHIMA
  • Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - AHIMA
  • Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - AHIMA
Schedule
  • Monday - Friday
  • Occasional weekend coverage may be required based on client needs

Position Summary

The CDI Specialist is responsible for improving the overall quality and completeness of clinical documentation within the medical record. Through concurrent review of patient records, the CDI Specialist collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, coding professionals, case management, and other healthcare team members to ensure documentation accurately reflects severity of illness, risk of mortality, quality measures, and resource utilization.

The CDI Specialist identifies opportunities for documentation clarification through compliant physician queries and helps ensure documentation supports accurate coding, reimbursement, quality reporting, and denial prevention.

This role requires strong clinical knowledge, critical thinking skills, and a thorough understanding of ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines, MS-DRG assignment, APR-DRG methodologies, and regulatory requirements.

The CDI Specialist will work collaboratively with HIM, Coding, Case Management, Utilization Review, Physician Advisors, and providers to support accurate and complete clinical documentation.


Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct concurrent reviews of inpatient medical records to identify documentation improvement opportunities.
  • Initiate compliant physician queries to clarify diagnoses, procedures, severity of illness, risk of mortality, and present-on-admission indicators.
  • Collaborate with Coding, HIM, Case Management, Utilization Review, and clinical teams to promote complete and accurate documentation.
  • Ensure documentation supports appropriate MS-DRG and APR-DRG assignment.
  • Assist with reducing denials through accurate clinical documentation and physician education.
  • Monitor documentation trends and identify opportunities for process improvement.
  • Participate in physician education initiatives related to documentation best practices.
  • Maintain productivity and quality standards established by the client.
  • Stay current on regulatory requirements, coding guidelines, and CDI best practices.
  • Assist leadership with special projects and additional duties as assigned.

Required Experience
  • Active RN license
  • Acute Care Hospital CDI experience required
  • Experience performing concurrent inpatient chart reviews
  • Experience writing compliant physician queries
  • Strong understanding of clinical documentation improvement principles
  • Knowledge of MS-DRGs, APR-DRGs, Severity of Illness (SOI), and Risk of Mortality (ROM)
  • Experience collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
Preferred Experience
  • CCDS and/or CDIP certification
  • Strong understanding of ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines
  • Experience with mortality reviews, quality initiatives, and denial prevention
  • Experience with Epic, Cerner, Meditech, or other major EMR systems
 

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About Vertek Solutions

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Vertek Solutions is a boutique staffing firm that specializes in recruiting top level IT talent who can enhance our clients’ teams. Our team works every day to foster relationships with both our consultants and clients to understand their needs and ensure that we are providing a solution that is mutually beneficial.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Franklin, TN, US

Year founded

2006

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