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Altegra Health

Remote Certified Coder

Atlantic City, NJ · Remote

$22.50 - $31/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 ...

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 ...

Altegra Health

Remote Certified Coder

Dallas, TX · Remote

$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 ...

Altegra Health

Remote Certified Coder

Atlantic City, NJ · On-site +1

$22.50 - $31/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 ...

Humana

Medical Coder

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 ... While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may ...

Humana

Medical Coder

Charleston, TN · On-site +1

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

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

Humana

Medical Coder

Gatesville, NC · On-site +1

$17 - $22.75/hr

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

Humana

Medical Coder

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 ... While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may ...

Humana

Medical Coder

Wytheville, VA · On-site +1

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

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

Humana

Medical Coder

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 ... While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may ...

Humana

Medical Coder

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 ... While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may ...

Humana

Medical Coder

Florence, SC · On-site +1

$18.25 - $24.25/hr

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

Humana

Medical Coder

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 ... While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may ...

Humana

$19.25 - $25.50/hr

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

Humana

Medical Coder

South Hill, VA · On-site +1

$18 - $24/hr

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

Humana

Medical Coder

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 ... While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may ...

Humana

Medical Coder

Valdosta, GA · On-site +1

$16 - $21.50/hr

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

Humana

Medical Coder

Statesville, NC · On-site +1

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

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

Humana

Medical Coder

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 ... While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may ...

Humana

Medical Coder

Cosby, TN · On-site +1

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

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

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

As of Jun 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote risk adjustment coder in the United States is $27.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $34.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Remote Risk Adjustment Coder, you need a solid understanding of ICD-10-CM coding, medical terminology, and risk adjustment models, often supported by a coding certification such as CPC, CRC, or CCS. Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems, coding software, and data management tools is essential. Attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for accurate code assignment and collaboration with healthcare teams. These skills ensure compliance, maximize reimbursement, and support quality healthcare outcomes in a remote environment.

What is a Remote Risk Adjustment Coder?

A Remote Risk Adjustment Coder is a healthcare professional who reviews patient medical records and assigns diagnostic codes from a remote location, typically from home. Their primary goal is to ensure accurate coding for risk adjustment purposes, which helps health plans predict patient healthcare costs and receive appropriate funding. These coders work with electronic health records and must be knowledgeable about coding standards like ICD-10-CM. They play a key role in supporting compliance and maximizing revenue for healthcare organizations. Attention to detail, confidentiality, and proficiency with coding software are essential skills for this remote position.

What is the difference between Remote Risk Adjustment Coder vs Remote Medical Coder?

AspectRemote Risk Adjustment CoderRemote Medical Coder
CertificationsAHIMA or AAPC Risk Adjustment certificationsAAPC CPC, CCS, or RHIT certifications
Work EnvironmentHealthcare insurance, payer organizations, risk adjustment teamsHospitals, clinics, physician offices, insurance companies
Industry UsagePrimarily in health insurance and risk adjustment programsBroad healthcare settings including hospitals and outpatient clinics

Remote Risk Adjustment Coders focus on analyzing patient data for insurance risk models, requiring specific risk adjustment certifications. Remote Medical Coders handle a wider range of medical records coding across various healthcare settings. While both roles involve medical coding, their industries, certifications, and primary tasks differ significantly.

What are the common challenges faced by Remote Risk Adjustment Coders and how can they be managed?

Remote Risk Adjustment Coders often encounter challenges such as interpreting complex medical records, ensuring coding accuracy under tight deadlines, and staying updated with evolving coding guidelines. Managing these challenges typically involves strong attention to detail, proactive communication with team members, and participating in ongoing training sessions or webinars. Utilizing supportive resources and adhering to standardized coding protocols can help coders maintain accuracy and efficiency in a remote setting.

What Does a Remote Risk Adjustment Coder Do?

As a remote risk adjustment coder, your duties and responsibilities involve performing medical coding and reviewing medical codes for adherence to risk adjustment models. Employers may also expect you to audit medical record data to ensure accuracy. In this role, you work from home to apply codes and make assessments according to regulations and your employer’s operational policies. You also report the results of an audit to the relevant supervisor or coding service provider. It’s your job to ensure compliance with rules related to patient privacy and electronic medical record keeping.

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Remote Certified Coder

Remote Certified Coder

Altegra Health

Atlantic City, NJ • Remote

$22.50 - $31/hr

Other

Posted 2 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 certified remote coding experience

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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