Advice for RN wanting to get into CDI/UM/UR?

I am a nurse with 10 years of experience, most ER, with my BSN. I am currently working as a clinical coordinator in ER follow up at my local hospital, it’s a hybrid position, we assist people with follow up appointments so they don’t “fall through the cracks” or end up back in the ED, as well as URI, which follows all the labs upon discharge and looking for incidental findings in radiology reports. I am trying to get into utilization review or CDI right now, but is know CDI is tough with out experience in it so I’m doing my best and applying to all the UR/UM remote positions that I can find and transition to CDI. Also to applying to CDI positions that don’t ask for experience but I’m apply along with 100+ other people. Any recommendations of what education I can do to stand out for either position? I’m looking into education with AAPC that will lead to a basic certification or AHIMA boot camp, but they are pricey so I want to make the right choice and make sure it will actually boost my chances. Thank you so much in advance!

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