CDI programs have enjoyed rapid growth across the nation. But it’s critical to begin with a strong foundation.

While many of the 840 respondents to the 2014 CDI Salary Survey believe that salary levels have remained stagnant in recent years, significant compensation shifts do appear when analyzing survey data from the past three years.This year’s survey also shows salary stratification related to...

This position paper seeks to clarify the role of the clinical documentation improvement specialist (CDIS) and provide guidance in developing appropriate policies, procedures, and job descriptions for CDI departments. The CDIS role is complex and requires expert knowledge of clinical care and...

CDI programs still seem to “run the gamut” in terms of structure, productivity expectations, focus, and function, according to the recent results of an ACDIS survey featuring more than 500 responses of facilities of all sizes.

December ACDIS ICD-10-CM/PCS query preparation survey results

Of the more than 700 individuals who responded to the 2013 CDI salary survey, most respondents (25.2%) earn $60,000–$69,999 annually. Although that’s down slightly from the 2012 survey results in which 25.9% reported earning that amount, it’s not bad news. Why? The number of individuals earning...

The ACDIS Advisory Board weighs in on the role of CDI specialists in electronic health record implementation and compliance.

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