Earn a CCDS credential and show employers you possess the experience and know-how to tackle CDI challenges Clinical documentation specialists understand a wide range of specialized disciplines, including education in anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology; knowledge of official medical coding guidelines, CMS, and private payer regulations related to the Inpatient Prospective Payment System; an ability to analyze and interpret medical record documentation and formulate appropriate physician queries; and an ability to benchmark and analyze clinical documentation program performance. To recognize the breadth of skills CDI specialists must master in order to be successful, ACDIS offers the Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) credential. This credential provides a mark of distinction for this unique profession. Applicants who pass the certifying exam receive the designation. Download the Exam Candidate's Handbook to determine your eligibility.* To get certified, download the application here. For more information, click here or email Penny Richards at [email protected]. |
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| Get ready for the CCDS exam with help from the CCDS Exam Study Guide, Third Edition! Fran Jurcak, RN, MSN, CCDS, Author Laurie L. Prescott, MSN, RN, CCDS, CDIP, Reviewer In 2016, those sitting for the Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) exam face the biggest changes to the test yet. The updated exam has been expanded from 120 to 140 items and has a brand-new section on quality of care. In addition, it incorporates updates to the Official ICD-10-CM Guidelines for Coding and Reporting as well as critical Coding Clinic ICD-10 guidance related to documentation and querying. Also, this year the CCDS Exam Study Guide comes with an online practice exam, allowing prospective examinees to practice and get instant resultsâjust like the certification exam offers. The CCDS Exam Study Guide, Third Edition will: Help candidates determine whether they are ready to take the CCDS exam Give qualified candidates the confidence they need to succeed Provide sample questions for self-assessment Deliver proven test-taking strategies and “day of the test” tips |