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Town Square Health

Director, Risk Adjustment

Chicago, IL · On-site

Build and lead a team, shaping how we hire, develop, and retain coding and RCM talent * Influence ... HCC/risk adjustment documentation * Experience leading or contributing to documentation strategy in ...

Town Square Health

Director, Risk Adjustment

Chicago, IL · On-site

Build and lead a team, shaping how we hire, develop, and retain coding and RCM talent * Influence ... HCC/risk adjustment documentation * Experience leading or contributing to documentation strategy in ...

NorthShore

Medical Coder II

Warrenville, IL · On-site

$24.86 - $37.29/hr

... HCC risk adjustment) and surgical services under general supervision. * Communicates daily regularly with physicians and staff to resolve discrepancies with patient records and coding selections.

Urrly

Telehealth Nurse Practitioner

Chicago, IL · Remote

$600 - $720/day

Complete risk adjustment documentation (HCC coding) * Close HEDIS care gaps during patient visits * Document visits using ICD-10 and CPT II codes * Review patient history, medications, and preventive ...

Urrly

Telehealth Nurse Practitioner (Remote)

Chicago, IL · Remote

$600 - $720/hr

Complete risk adjustment documentation (HCC coding) * Close HEDIS care gaps during patient visits * Document visits using ICD-10 and CPT II codes * Review patient history, medications, and preventive ...

Tendo

Principal Data Scientist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$131.75K - $178.25K/yr

... and risk adjustment. The person in this role will access data from multiple sources (public and ... Hands-on experience writing Python code including, but not limited to, machine learning, data ...

Tendo

Principal Data Scientist

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$131.75K - $178.25K/yr

... and risk adjustment. The person in this role will access data from multiple sources (public and ... Hands-on experience writing Python code including, but not limited to, machine learning, data ...

Arkos Health

Nurse Practitioner

Schaumburg, IL

Correct diagnosis code(s) * Status of all acute and chronic conditions identified * Plan to address ... Risk Adjustment Factor (RAF) and Hierarchical Condition Categories (HCC) model within 30 days of ...

Arkos Health

Nurse Practitioner

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

Correct diagnosis code(s) * Status of all acute and chronic conditions identified * Plan to address ... Risk Adjustment Factor (RAF) and Hierarchical Condition Categories (HCC) model within 30 days of ...

Arkos Health

Nurse Practitioner

Schaumburg, IL

Correct diagnosis code(s) * Status of all acute and chronic conditions identified * Plan to address ... Risk Adjustment Factor (RAF) and Hierarchical Condition Categories (HCC) model within 30 days of ...

Arkos Health

Nurse Practitioner

Palatine, IL · On-site

Correct diagnosis code(s) * Status of all acute and chronic conditions identified * Plan to address ... Risk Adjustment Factor (RAF) and Hierarchical Condition Categories (HCC) model within 30 days of ...

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How much do hcc risk adjustment coding jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for hcc risk adjustment coding in Chicago, IL is $28.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.68 and $35.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an HCC Risk Adjustment Coding job?

An HCC Risk Adjustment Coding job involves reviewing medical records to assign Hierarchical Condition Category (HCC) codes based on documented diagnoses. Coders ensure accurate risk adjustment by following ICD-10-CM coding guidelines, which impact reimbursement for healthcare providers and insurance plans. This role requires knowledge of medical terminology, compliance regulations, and risk adjustment models used in Medicare Advantage and other programs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Hcc Risk Adjustment Coding position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an HCC Risk Adjustment Coder, you need a strong understanding of medical coding guidelines, ICD-10-CM codes, and risk adjustment principles, typically supported by a certification such as CPC, CRC, or CCS-P. Familiarity with electronic health record systems and risk adjustment software is essential for accurate coding and data analysis. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication skills are important soft skills for ensuring documentation integrity and collaborating with healthcare providers. These competencies are crucial to accurately capture patient complexity, optimize reimbursement, and support compliance in healthcare organizations.

What are the typical challenges faced by HCC Risk Adjustment Coders, and how can they overcome them?

HCC Risk Adjustment Coders often face challenges such as interpreting complex medical records, staying up-to-date with evolving coding guidelines, and ensuring thorough documentation to support accurate risk scoring. To overcome these challenges, coders should engage in continuous education, collaborate closely with healthcare providers for clarification, and utilize available coding resources and team support. Staying organized and maintaining a detail-oriented approach will also help ensure that codes are assigned correctly and all relevant conditions are captured. Working as part of a supportive team can further ease the process, providing opportunities for knowledge sharing and professional development.
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Infographic showing various Hcc Risk Adjustment Coding job openings in Chicago, IL as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 39% Full Time, 31% Part Time, 13% Temporary, 13% Contract, 2% Nights, and 2% Summer. Highlights an 47% Physical, 23% Hybrid, and 30% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,793 per year, or $28.7 per hour.
Ambulatory Risk Adjustment Coding Specialist

Ambulatory Risk Adjustment Coding Specialist

NorthShore

Skokie, IL • On-site

$22.14 - $33.21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Hourly Pay Range:
$22.14 - $33.21 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
Position Highlights:
  • Position: Ambulatory Risk Adjustment Coding Specialist
  • Location: Skokie, IL
  • Full Time
  • Hours: Monday-Friday, [hours and flexible work schedules]

A Brief Overview:
Our ambulatory risk adjustment coding specialist I plays a key role in identifying HCC codes within physician outpatient visits and ensuring they are coded accurately and to the highest specificity. They additionally will verify that documentation requirements are met to validate the HCC diagnosis code. Working closely with the ambulatory clinical documentation specialist (CDS), they will clinically verify the accuracy of HCC codes. Using compliant query guidelines, the coding specialist will query the physician should documentation need clarification or specification. The coding specialist is expected to maintain current knowledge of the ICD-10-CM codes and guidelines and meet minimum productivity requirements outlined by team leadership.
What you will do:
  • Review/abstract HCC codes to ensure they are coded accurately, to the highest specificity possible, and make sure the required MEAT is documented, resulting in the correct CMS-HCC risk score
  • Identify diagnosis and chart level impairments and documentation improvement opportunities for provider education
  • Responsible for partnering with ambulatory clinical documentation specialists and physicians to properly code patient charts to ensure appropriate risk adjustment
  • Assist coding leadership by making recommendations for process improvements to further enhance coding goals and outcomes
  • Assists the coding team leads with onboarding new coding specialists to the role as needed.
  • Maintain current knowledge of ICD-10-CM codes, CMS documentation requirements, and state and federal regulations
  • Consistently maintain a minimum 95% accuracy on coding quality audits
  • Meet minimum productivity requirements as outlined by the project terms
  • Utilizes technical coding expertise to assign appropriate ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, as well as assist in appropriate assignment of risk adjustment
  • Maintains advanced knowledge of coding all HCC diagnoses from the medical record in accordance with the ICD-10-CM coding guidelines
  • Assists with and completes special project work as assigned by Ambulatory Clinical Documentation Leadership

What you will need:
  • Education: High School Required or Associates Degree Preferred
  • Experience 2 years experience working in healthcare or in a professional business environment
  • Certification: Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) certification required within 6 months of hire

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):
  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job (For eligible positions)
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
  • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
  • Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Free Parking
  • Wellness Program Savings Plan
  • Health Savings Account Options
  • Retirement Options with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
  • Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.
When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.
Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".
Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.
At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging-each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.
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