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Altegra Health

Remote Certified Coder

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

$22.25 - $30.50/hr

Altegra Health specializes in: 1. CMS HCC Risk Adjustment 2. HEDIS 3. Medical Record Reviews ... Remote Certified Coders review medical records and apply appropriate ICD-9-CM diagnostic codes and ...

Honest Health

Sr. Risk Adjustment Auditor

$82K - $101K/yr

Identify coding inaccuracies, unsupported diagnoses, missed HCC opportunities, and documentation ... Ability to work independently in a remote environment * Willingness to travel up to 25% for ...

HealthEdge

Director, Risk Adjustment Products

Work with various departments, including revenue management, coding, and compliance, to align ... Remote - US Travel required for client sessions, workshops, and internal collaboration. HealthEdge ...

Lee Health

Coder I - Facility

Cape Coral, FL · Remote

$20 - $25.45/hr

Remote - Florida Department: Coding Work Type: Full Time Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00AM to 4:30:00PM ... Risk Adjustment Coder) required -or- CIC (Certified Inpatient Coder) required -or- RHIT (Registered ...

Lee Health

Coder I - Facility

Cape Coral, FL · On-site +1

$20 - $25.45/hr

Remote - Florida Department: Coding Work Type: Full Time Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 4:30:00 PM ... Risk Adjustment Coder) required -or- CIC (Certified Inpatient Coder) required -or- RHIT (Registered ...

Humana

Medical Coder Educator

Alexandria, VA · On-site +1

$20 - $26.75/hr

Will report to the Manager, Medicare Risk Adjustment As the Medical Coder / Coding Educator 2 you ... Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or ...

Humana

Medical Coder Educator

Holly Springs, NC · On-site +1

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

Will report to the Manager, Medicare Risk Adjustment As the Medical Coder / Coding Educator 2 you ... Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or ...

Humana

Medical Coder Educator

Morrisville, NC · On-site +1

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

Will report to the Manager, Medicare Risk Adjustment As the Medical Coder / Coding Educator 2 you ... Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or ...

Humana

Medical Coder Educator

Mount Crawford, VA · On-site +1

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

Will report to the Manager, Medicare Risk Adjustment As the Medical Coder / Coding Educator 2 you ... Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or ...

Humana

$19.25 - $25.50/hr

Will report to the Manager, Medicare Risk Adjustment As the Medical Coder / Coding Educator 2 you ... Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or ...

Humana

Medical Coder Educator

Marion, NC · On-site +1

$17.50 - $23.25/hr

Will report to the Manager, Medicare Risk Adjustment As the Medical Coder / Coding Educator 2 you ... Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or ...

Humana

Medical Coder Educator

Jacksonville, NC · On-site +1

$17 - $22.50/hr

Will report to the Manager, Medicare Risk Adjustment As the Medical Coder / Coding Educator 2 you ... Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or ...

Humana

Medical Coder Educator

Beaufort, SC · On-site +1

$17 - $22.75/hr

Will report to the Manager, Medicare Risk Adjustment As the Medical Coder / Coding Educator 2 you ... Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or ...

Humana

Medical Coder Educator

Gaffney, SC · On-site +1

$17.25 - $23.25/hr

Will report to the Manager, Medicare Risk Adjustment As the Medical Coder / Coding Educator 2 you ... Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or ...

Humana

Medical Coder Educator

Jonesville, VA · On-site +1

$19 - $25.25/hr

Will report to the Manager, Medicare Risk Adjustment As the Medical Coder / Coding Educator 2 you ... Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or ...

Humana

Medical Coder Educator

Colonial Beach, VA · On-site +1

$19 - $25.25/hr

Will report to the Manager, Medicare Risk Adjustment As the Medical Coder / Coding Educator 2 you ... Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or ...

Humana

Medical Coder Educator

Shelby, NC · On-site +1

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

Will report to the Manager, Medicare Risk Adjustment As the Medical Coder / Coding Educator 2 you ... Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or ...

Humana

Medical Coder Educator

Lincolnton, NC · On-site +1

$17.25 - $23/hr

Will report to the Manager, Medicare Risk Adjustment As the Medical Coder / Coding Educator 2 you ... Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or ...

Humana

Medical Coder Educator

Hermitage, TN · On-site +1

$16.50 - $22/hr

Will report to the Manager, Medicare Risk Adjustment As the Medical Coder / Coding Educator 2 you ... Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or ...

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How much do freelance remote risk adjustment coder jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance remote risk adjustment coder in the United States is $22.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Freelance Remote Risk Adjustment Coders?

Freelance Remote Risk Adjustment Coders are healthcare professionals who work independently from various locations to review medical records and assign codes that reflect patients’ health conditions and treatments, focusing on risk adjustment models. Their primary role is to ensure accuracy in coding so that healthcare organizations receive appropriate reimbursement and maintain compliance with regulatory standards. These coders typically work on a contract basis, using secure digital platforms to access records and submit their coding work. They must be highly knowledgeable in ICD-10-CM coding guidelines, risk adjustment methodologies (such as HCC), and HIPAA regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Freelance Remote Risk Adjustment Coder, and why are they important?

Thriving as a Freelance Remote Risk Adjustment Coder requires deep knowledge of medical coding (especially ICD-10-CM), risk adjustment models, and compliance standards, typically verified by certifications like CRC, CPC, or CCS. Proficiency with coding software, EHR systems, and secure remote work platforms is essential for accurate and efficient coding. Strong attention to detail, self-motivation, and reliable communication are vital soft skills for managing independent workloads and collaborating with clients remotely. These abilities ensure accurate risk score calculations, regulatory compliance, and successful client relationships in a virtual work environment.

How do Freelance Remote Risk Adjustment Coders typically manage communication and workflow with healthcare clients and team members?

Freelance Remote Risk Adjustment Coders commonly use secure online platforms and project management tools to receive assignments, submit coded charts, and communicate with healthcare providers or project managers. Maintaining clear and prompt communication via email or dedicated messaging systems is crucial to clarify documentation, resolve coding queries, and ensure deadlines are met. Coders must be proactive in scheduling regular check-ins and staying updated on client-specific guidelines, as workflows can be fast-paced and require strong organizational skills. Collaboration often involves working independently but also participating in virtual meetings or training sessions to stay aligned with team quality standards.
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Remote Certified Coder

Remote Certified Coder

Altegra Health

Dallas, TX • On-site, Remote

$22.25 - $30.50/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Company Description
Altegra Health is a total solutions partner for healthcare data auditing and analytics. Altegra provides end-to-end solutions to help improve payment integrity data, to support accreditation programs, and to meet regulatory requirements. Altegra's nationwide network of registered nurses and certified coders professionally acquire, audit, and analyze healthcare data for healthcare organizations. Altegra Health specializes in:
1. CMS HCC Risk Adjustment
2. HEDIS
3. Medical Record Reviews (Accreditation)
4. And more
Job Description
These are a remote/home based temporary positions forecast to run through the end of 2015 and Coders will be paid by the chart. Remote Certified Coders review medical records and apply appropriate ICD-9-CM diagnostic codes and Altegra Health Flagged Event. Codes must meet Altegra Health QA standards (following both Official Coding Guidelines and Risk Adjustment Guidelines).
Responsibilities:
• Abstract pertinent information from patient medical records. Assign appropriate ICD-9-CM codes, creating HCC and/or RxHCC group assignments as applicable.
• Assign Altegra Health Flagged Event codes when documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous, or otherwise unclear for medical coding purposes.
• Remain current on medical coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting requirements.
• Check chart assignments every day and report accurately all hours worked on a weekly basis.
• Report work-related concerns to assigned Coder Advocate and if not adequately addressed to Sr. Manager of Clinical Operations.
• Comply with the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association and adhere to official coding guidelines.
• Comply with HIPAA laws and regulations.
• Participate in testing and training as required by the Company.
Qualifications:
• Active nursing license (RN or LPN) and/or certified coder certification through AHIMA or AAPC required
• At least one years' experience as a medical coder/abstractor.
• Extensive knowledge of ICD-9-CM outpatient diagnosis coding guidelines (with knowledge and demonstrated understanding of CMS HCC Risk Adjustment coding and data validation requirements is preferred);
• Ability to code using an ICD-9-CM code book (without using an encoder);
• Strong clinical skills related to chronic illness diagnosis, treatment and management;
• Reliability and a commitment to meeting tight deadlines (24-hour turnaround time on all assigned charts);
• Personal discipline to work remotely without direct supervision;
• Exemplary attention to detail and completeness-all medical coders must maintain minimum QA passing requirements based on HCC scoring model(HCCx < or equal to 5 and HCCm < or equal to 5);
• Computer proficiency (including MS Windows, MS Office, and the Internet);
• Must have high-speed Internet access, a home computer with a current Windows operating system, MS Internet Explorer (version 6.0.2 or better), and Adobe 6.0 or better;
• Strong organization skills; interpersonal and customer service skills; written and oral communication skills; and analytical skills;
• Knowledge of HIPAA, recognizing a commitment to privacy, security and confidentiality of all medical chart documentation.
Qualifications
1 year of certified coding experience
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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