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Ask ACDIS: Drawing a line between coding/CDI roles

The role of CDI programs grew out of the coding specialty. Knowledge of coding practices is a very important skill for the CDI specialist. CDI specialists do need to understand the basic tenets of code  assignment, and follow the rules and regulations governing the coding process.

 

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