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Intus, Inc

Coding Associate

$55/hr

Qualifications Required Certifications • CPC, CCS, RHIT, or CRC (Certified Risk Adjustment Coder) required. Experience • Minimum 1-2 years of medical coding experience, preferably in risk ...

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An Entry Level Risk Adjustment Coder reviews medical records to identify and assign accurate diagnosis codes for risk adjustment purposes. Their work ensures healthcare organizations receive appropriate reimbursement based on patient health conditions. They typically use ICD-10-CM codes and follow guidelines from CMS and other regulatory bodies. This role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of medical terminology, and an understanding of risk adjustment models. Entry-level coders may work in various healthcare settings, including insurance companies, hospitals, or coding firms.

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To thrive as an Entry Level Risk Adjustment Coder, you need a strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and ICD-10-CM coding guidelines, typically supported by completion of a coding training program or relevant coursework. Familiarity with coding software, electronic medical records (EMR) systems, and coding certification such as CPC or CRC is often preferred. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are essential soft skills for this role. These skills and qualifications ensure the accurate coding of diagnoses for risk adjustment, compliance with regulations, and contribute to optimal healthcare reimbursement.

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A typical day for an entry level risk adjustment coder involves reviewing patient medical records to identify and assign appropriate diagnostic codes based on clinical documentation. You’ll use specialized coding software and electronic health record systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with federal guidelines. Collaboration with senior coders, team leads, and occasionally clinicians is common when clarification or additional documentation is needed. Most entry level coders work in an office or remote environment and spend much of their day analyzing records, updating databases, and participating in training sessions to stay current on coding updates.

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Risk Adjustment Coding Specialist II

Risk Adjustment Coding Specialist II

Millennium Physician Group

Florida, NY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Millennium Physician Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 61 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

635th of 873 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Job Description Summary

LEVEL II - RISK ADJUSTMENT CODING SPECIALIST (Intermediate)
(Includes all Level I responsibilities + the following)
Responsibilities
Abstract and assign ICD 10 CM diagnosis codes supported in encounter documentation and work independently with minimal oversight from leadership or higher level coders.
Conduct retrospective audits of medical records to validate diagnosis coding accuracy, completeness, and claim submission quality.[HO1.1]
Perform comprehensive reviews of provider actions within the Value Based Alert Tool (VBAT) to identify outliers and improvement opportunities.
Analyze Medicare Risk Adjustment (MRA) data to identify coding or documentation patterns and assist in developing interventions at the provider or regional level.
Keep leadership aware of project activities through written and oral updates; proactively identify project risks.
Consistently meet or exceed accuracy and productivity benchmarks.
May be assigned additional projects or a higher workload volume than a Level I specialist.

How will you make an impact & Requirements

LEVEL II - RISK ADJUSTMENT CODING SPECIALIST (Intermediate)

(Includes all Level I responsibilities + the following)

Responsibilities

  • Abstract and assign ICD10CM diagnosis codes supported in encounter documentation and work independently with minimal oversight from leadership or higherlevel coders.
  • Conduct retrospective audits of medical records to validate diagnosis coding accuracy, completeness, and claim submission quality.
  • Perform comprehensive reviews of provider actions within the ValueBased Alert Tool (VBAT) to identify outliers and improvement opportunities.
  • Analyze Medicare Risk Adjustment (MRA) data to identify coding or documentation patterns and assist in developing interventions at the provider or regional level.
  • Keep leadership aware of project activities through written and oral updates; proactively identify project risks.
  • Consistently meet or exceed accuracy and productivity benchmarks.
  • May be assigned additional projects or a higher workload volume than a Level I specialist.

Qualifications

(In addition to Level I minimum qualifications)

  • Minimum 2 years of coding or related medical experience, including 1 year of HCC coding.
  • Advanced knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and disease processes.
  • Extensive understanding of ICD10CM conventions, documentation standards, and reimbursement systems.
  • Strong technical skills, including proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint).
  • Demonstrated ability to use a variety of electronic medical record systems.
  • Ability to manage a significant workload and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, mathematical, and problemsolving skills.
  • Effective written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Experience contributing to project work, educational development, or group presentations.

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