Experience: Currently employed as a CDI specialist and: RN/RHIA/RHIT/MD/DO + 2 yrs inpatient CDI; or allied-health associate degree + 3 yrs; or A&P/terminology coursework or CCS/CCS-P + 3 yrs
Renewal & maintenance
Valid for 2 years, 30 CEU credits per cycle, $225 renewal fee. Renew by cpe.
30 CDI CEUs every 2 years (40 if holding CCDS + CCDS-O); fee USD 225 non-member / 125 member
Recognition
Inpatient CDI specialist credential; widely requested for CDI roles