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

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote hcc risk adjustment coder in Albuquerque, NM is $21.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.45 and $23.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Remote HCC Risk Adjustment Coder, you need a solid understanding of ICD-10-CM coding guidelines, risk adjustment models, and extensive experience in medical record review, typically supported by a relevant coding certification such as CPC or CRC. Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems, coding software, and risk adjustment platforms is essential. Exceptional attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills help coders excel in remote settings and ensure coding accuracy. These skills and qualifications are vital for optimizing risk scores, ensuring compliance, and supporting accurate reimbursement in healthcare organizations.

What is a Remote HCC Risk Adjustment Coder?

A Remote HCC Risk Adjustment Coder is a medical coding professional who works from home or another remote location, reviewing patient medical records to assign Hierarchical Condition Category (HCC) codes. These codes are used by healthcare organizations to accurately reflect the severity of patient illnesses for risk adjustment and reimbursement purposes, especially in Medicare Advantage programs. The coder analyzes clinical documentation to ensure that diagnoses are coded correctly and in compliance with regulatory guidelines. Their work is essential for ensuring healthcare providers receive appropriate compensation and for maintaining accurate patient risk profiles.

What are some common challenges faced by remote HCC Risk Adjustment Coders and how can they be managed?

Remote HCC Risk Adjustment Coders often encounter challenges such as interpreting incomplete or ambiguous medical documentation, staying updated with evolving coding guidelines, and managing communication across dispersed teams. To address these challenges, it's important to proactively seek clarification from providers, participate in ongoing training, and utilize collaboration tools to stay connected with peers and supervisors. Establishing a structured daily workflow and leveraging available resources can also help maintain coding accuracy and productivity in a remote setting.
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Senior Specialist, Health Plan Provider Engagement (Remote in NM)

Senior Specialist, Health Plan Provider Engagement (Remote in NM)

Molina Healthcare

Albuquerque, NM • Remote

$36K - $42K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago


Molina Healthcare rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 193 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides senior level support for implementation of health plan provider engagement strategies and activities to drive necessary quality and risk adjustment outcomes   Uses a consultative approach emphasizing physician engagement and behavior change through actionable data and analytics. Drives value-based care strategies through risk adjustment and quality improvement activities.  Ensures assigned Tier 1 & Tier 2 providers have engagement plans ensuring they meet annual quality and risk adjustment goals. Drives coaching and collaboration with providers to improve performance through regular meetings and action plans. Addresses practice environment challenges to achieve program goals and improve health outcomes.  Tracks engagement activities using standard tools, facilitates data exchanges, and supports training and problem resolution for assigned providers - driving provider participation in Molina's risk adjustment and quality initiatives. 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: 

  • Provides support for provider engagement activities including enhancing value-based strategies, and risk adjustment/quality improvement initiatives.
  • Ensures assigned Tier 1, Tier 2, and where applicable Tier 3, providers have a provider engagement plan to meet annual quality and risk adjustment performance goals. 
  • Drives provider partner coaching and collaboration to improve Medicaid, Medicare and Marketplace quality performance and risk adjustment accuracy through consistent provider meetings, action item development and execution. 
  • Works with provider front-office staff to get the Molina members with the most open gaps on the schedule and seen by their assigned provider. Coordinates with Health Plan Community and Member Engagement resources to drive supporting effort on the member side.
  • Addresses challenges/barriers in the practice environment impeding successful attainment of program goals and understands solutions required to improve health outcomes. 
  • Drives provider participation in Molina risk adjustment and quality efforts (e.g. supplemental data, electronic medical record (EMR) connection, clinical profiles programs) and use of the Molina provider collaboration portal. 
  • Tracks all engagement and training activities using standard Molina provider engagement tools to measure effectiveness both within and across Molina health plans.
  • Serves as provider engagement subject matter expert; works collaboratively with health plan and shared service partners to ensure alignment to business goals. 
  • Collaborates with assigned health plan Provider Relations Network team member on operational, provider and member issues.
  • Accountable for use of standard Molina Provider Engagement reports and training materials. 
  • Develops, organizes, analyzes, documents and implements processes and procedures as prescribed by health plan and corporate policies.
  • Communicates comfortably and effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including physician leaders, providers, practice managers, and medical assistants within assigned provider practices.
  • Provides training and support for new and existing practice transformation and provider engagement team members.
  • Maintains the highest level of compliance.
  • May require same day out-of-office travel up to 75% of the time, depending upon state/health plan requirements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • At least 3 years of experience improving population-level HEDIS quality scores and burden of illness documentation accuracy through provider engagement, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
  • Experience with various managed health care provider compensation methodologies including but not limited to:  fee-for service (FFS), value-based care (VBC), and capitation. 
  • Working knowledge of quality metrics and risk adjustment practices across all business lines.
  • Knowledge and understanding of HEDIS/NCQA and/or CMS STARs quality measures and risk adjustment practices across Medicaid, Medicare and Marketplace.
  • Proficiency with data analysis, manipulation, interpretation and reporting.
  • Critical-thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Relationship building skills.
  • Attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to implement process improvement initiatives and drive change. 
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Ability to foster and build relationships in a cross-functional highly matrixed organization to obtain buy-in and drive results
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Microsoft Office suite (including Excel), Power BI, and other applicable software programs proficiency, and ability to learn new information systems and software programs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  •  Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Health Administration or relevant discipline.
  • Solid understanding of health insurance, provider messaging/design and project management.
  • Strong experience using Microsoft products, including Excel (knowledge of pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.) and PowerPoint.
     

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To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the Internal Job Board.
Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V

Pay Range: $54,922 - $107,099 / ANNUAL
*Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.


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Molina Healthcare is a nationwide fortune 500 organization with a mission to provide quality healthcare to people receiving government assistance. If you are seeking a meaningful opportunity in a team-oriented environment, come be a part of a highly engaged workforce dedicated to our mission. Bring your passion and talents and together we can make a difference in the lives of others.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Long Beach, CA, US

Year founded

1980

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