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Medical Consultant

Richmond, VA · On-site

$120 - $127.50/hr

The Medical Consultant will lead synchronization of policy (state health plan, Code of Virginia, Administrative Code), payment (fee schedule maintenance, managed care payment, value-based care) and ...

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How much do coding consultant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for coding consultant in Virginia is $34.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.44 and $37.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a coding consultant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Coding Consultant, you need deep expertise in medical coding standards (such as ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS), healthcare regulations, and a relevant certification like CPC or CCS. Familiarity with coding software, electronic health record (EHR) systems, and auditing tools is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for accurately interpreting clinical documentation and advising healthcare providers. These competencies ensure compliance, accurate billing, and optimized reimbursement processes in the healthcare environment.

What is a coding consultant?

A Coding Consultant is a healthcare professional who specializes in reviewing, analyzing, and assigning medical codes to diagnoses and procedures in patient records. They ensure that healthcare providers comply with coding standards and regulations, which is essential for accurate billing and reimbursement. Coding Consultants may also offer guidance on coding best practices, audit medical records for accuracy, and provide training to staff. Their expertise helps healthcare facilities minimize errors, avoid claim denials, and maintain compliance with industry standards.

What does a coding consultant do?

A coding consultant reviews patient charts, billing receipts, and other medical documents, such as insurance reimbursement files, to ensure the information is entered into a database accurately. As a coding consultant, your duties may also include submitting invoices, providing advice on how to improve the accuracy of data entry, and developing training for medical coders. You may work in an inpatient or outpatient office, travel to different facilities to assist, or work at home remotely.

How does a coding consultant typically interact with healthcare providers and billing staff during a project?

As a Coding Consultant, you will regularly collaborate with healthcare providers, billing staff, and administrative teams to ensure accurate medical coding and compliance with regulations. This often involves reviewing documentation, conducting training sessions, and providing feedback to improve coding accuracy. Effective communication is key, as you may need to explain complex coding guidelines and address discrepancies in documentation. Building strong working relationships helps streamline workflows and enhances the overall quality of coding within the organization.

How much do coding consultants make?

Coding consultants typically earn between $70,000 and $120,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and project complexity. Senior or specialized consultants with advanced skills in programming languages and development tools can earn higher salaries or hourly rates. Compensation may also include benefits and performance bonuses.
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IPA Consultative Coder- $5k sign on bonus

CenterWell

Hampton, VA • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


CenterWell rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Become a part of our caring community

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first

The IPA Consultative Coding Professional provides medical coding expertise and consultative support to Independent Practice Association (IPA) affiliates nationwide. These affiliates include MSO-contracted independent providers. You will be the primary coding and documentation resource for assigned providers, supporting accuracy, compliance, and performance in risk adjustment and value-based care initiatives. You will analyze trends, triage, and answer questions in real-time, as well as research and interpret correct coding guidelines and internal business rules to respond to inquiries and issues.

As an IPA Consultative Coding Professional, we will assign you a panel of up to 30 providers within a defined market or region. You will deliver ongoing education, support coding workflows, and ensure agreement on organizational documentation and coding standards, while collaborating with STARS leaders and champions to identify STARS gaps and deficiencies.

The IPA Consultative Coding Professional provides medical coding expertise to support IPA-affiliated clinicians—including physicians and advanced practice providers—to ensure documentation supports accurate diagnostic coding and risk adjustment capture.

Relationship Management and Provider Support

  • Be the primary contact for assigned IPA providers for all coding and documentation-related inquiries.

  • Build consultative relationships with providers to support continuous improvement in coding accuracy and documentation practices.

  • Deliver targeted education based on provider-specific trends and opportunities identified through chart reviews and coding analytics.

Quarterly Chart Reviews and Education

  • Conduct quarterly chart reviews for assigned providers to evaluate coding accuracy, documentation integrity, and risk capture opportunities.

  • Develop and deliver comprehensive education based on findings, including documentation best practices and coding optimization strategies.

  • Identify trends and recurringgaps, andpartner with education and leadership teams to address systemic opportunities.

Coding Tools, Workflow Support, and Operations

  • Support daily operations of internal coding solutions, including Annual Proof of Documentation (APD 2.0) and any future tools implemented based on organizational needs.

  • Assist providers in navigating coding workflows, resolving issues, and ensuring successful use of coding tools.

  • Monitor and support completion of coding activities tied to assigned providers.

IPA Coding Helpdesk Support

  • Participate in a daily coder helpdesk (virtual/Zoom-based), providing real-time support to providers within assigned markets.

  • Address immediate coding and documentation questions, ensuring accurate guidance.

  • Maintain a high level of responsiveness and provider engagement.

HCC Outage and Recapture Support

  • Support HCC outage management through structured reviews of “assessed but not coded” conditions.

  • Conduct targeted reviews to identify missed coding opportunities and provide education to improve recapture performance.

  • Collaborate with analytics and leadership teams to track and improve performance outcomes.

Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of risk adjustment MedicalCodingor riskadjustmentProviderEducation

  • Intermediate/advanced competency with MS Office based programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

  • Must be certified at least one of the following: CCS, CRC, or CPC

  • Must reside and be able to travel within the assigned MSO market or region.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. These skills enable effective, clear, and sensitive engagement with clinicians and team members, even in high-pressure or stressful situations. They also facilitate presenting, influencing, and building credibility at all levels of the organization.

  • Positive, collaborative mindset with an ability to foster partnerships across Coding, Audit and Education, PCO, and Humana teams.

Additional Information

  • We ask that youhave the ability totravel locally for in-office provider support.

  • Standard working hours required; based on market needs.

  • Travel may be required based on provider engagement and business needs.

Work Information:

This role requires an in-center presence, involving daily commute to assigned clinic(s) and occasional (quarterly) travel within the market to alternative clinic(s) for strategic meetings.

  • Workstyle: Hybrid/remote

  • Location: Must residewithin 50 miles from Newport News, Hampton or Williamsburg, Virginia.

  • Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; additional time may be required.

TB Statement:

This role is considered patient facing and is part of Humana's Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB.

Driving Statement:

This role is part of our company's driver safety program and therefore requires an individual to have a valid state driver's license and are expected to maintain personal vehicle liability insurance. Individual must carry vehicle insurance in accordance with their residing state minimum required limits, or $25,000 bodily injury per person/$25,000 bodily injury per event /$10,000 for property damage or whichever is higher.

Work at Home Statement

To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees' ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:

  • At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested.

  • Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership.

  • Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.

  • Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.

  • Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$59,300 - $80,900 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

About Us

About CenterWell Senior Primary Care: CenterWell Senior Primary Care provides proactive, preventive care to seniors, including wellness visits, physical exams, chronic condition management, screenings, minor injury treatment and more. Our unique care model focuses on personalized experiences, taking time to listen, learn and address the factors that impact patient well-being. Our integrated care teams, which include physicians, nurses, behavioral health specialists and more, spend up to 50 percent more time with patients, providing compassionate, personalized care that brings better health outcomes. We go beyond physical health by also addressing other factors that can impact a patient’s well-being.

About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell is a leading healthcare services business focused on creating integrated and differentiated experiences that put our patients at the center of everything we do. The result is high-quality healthcare that is accessible, comprehensive and, most of all, personalized. As the largest provider of senior-focused primary care, a leading provider of home healthcare and a leading integrated home delivery, specialty, hospice and retail pharmacy, CenterWell is focused on whole health and addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. CenterWell is part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM). Learn more about what we offer at CenterWell.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

Centerwell, a wholly owned subsidiary of Humana, complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See our full accessibility rights information and language options https://www.partnersinprimarycare.com/accessibility-resources


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