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$27.88 - $32.21/hr

What You'll Do The Coder, Risk Adjustment Coding is responsible for supporting the Strive ... From AAPC or AHIMA. * 5+ years combined of related education, coding/auditing experience, or ...

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How much do senior risk adjustment auditor jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior risk adjustment auditor in the United States is $90,973.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,000.00 and $99,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Senior Risk Adjustment Auditors?

Senior Risk Adjustment Auditors are experienced professionals who review medical records and data to ensure accurate coding and documentation for risk adjustment purposes, primarily in healthcare settings. They help organizations comply with government regulations and maximize appropriate reimbursement by identifying and correcting coding errors or gaps. Their role involves analyzing patient data, collaborating with coding teams, and providing feedback or training to improve documentation practices. Senior auditors often have advanced knowledge of ICD-10-CM coding, risk adjustment models (such as HCC), and auditing standards. Their expertise helps healthcare organizations maintain compliance and optimize financial performance.

How does a Senior Risk Adjustment Auditor typically collaborate with coding teams and healthcare providers to ensure accurate documentation and coding?

A Senior Risk Adjustment Auditor often works closely with medical coding teams and healthcare providers to review patient records for accuracy and compliance with risk adjustment guidelines. This collaboration may involve providing feedback on documentation quality, clarifying coding ambiguities, and offering training or guidance on best practices. Regular meetings and audits help ensure that everyone is aligned with current regulations and organizational standards. Effective communication and teamwork are essential to maintain high-quality, compliant coding that supports proper reimbursement and patient care.

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

To thrive as a Senior Risk Adjustment Auditor, you need deep expertise in medical coding (ICD-10-CM), risk adjustment methodologies, and a background in healthcare compliance, typically supported by certifications such as CRC, CPC, or CCS-P. Familiarity with auditing platforms, data analysis tools, and electronic medical records systems is crucial. Exceptional attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong communication skills help auditors identify discrepancies and effectively collaborate with providers. These competencies ensure accurate risk scoring, regulatory compliance, and optimal reimbursement for healthcare organizations.

What is the difference between Senior Risk Adjustment Auditor vs Risk Adjustment Auditor?

AspectSenior Risk Adjustment AuditorRisk Adjustment Auditor
CertificationsCPMA, RAC, or similarCPMA, RAC, or similar
Work EnvironmentHealthcare organizations, insurance companies, consulting firmsHealthcare providers, insurance companies, auditing firms
Job ResponsibilitiesLeading audits, mentoring, complex data analysisPerforming audits, data review, compliance checks

Both roles require similar certifications and work in healthcare or insurance settings. The Senior Risk Adjustment Auditor typically handles more complex audits, provides mentorship, and takes on leadership tasks, whereas the Risk Adjustment Auditor focuses on executing audits and data analysis. The senior role involves greater responsibility and expertise, often leading to career advancement in risk adjustment auditing.

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Director of Risk Adjustment

Director of Risk Adjustment

Baystate Health

Springfield, MA

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Baystate Health rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 137 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

595th of 867 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Summary:

Location: Monarch Place; Springfield MA (MA & CT candidates only)

Schedule: Monday-Friday; fulltime; 40hrs.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Develops and implements risk adjustment strategy, policies and standard operating procedures
  • Collaborates with physicians, mid-level providers, other personnel, including coding experts, in risk adjustment review of the medical record
  • Serves as Health New England's ambassador in the Risk Adjustment Community
  • Works with industry on best practices for risk adjustment
  • Manages, measures, and evaluates performance of Health New England's risk adjustment vendors
  • Manages all data submission requirements
  • Prepares risk adjustment training programs for network physicians, mid-level providers, and plan personnel
  • Ensures that all risk adjustment related activities are compliant with CMS/ACA and state requirements
  • Serves as the risk adjustment compliance point of contact for HNE's Compliance Department
  • Collaborates with data management personnel in the appropriate formatting and methodology of risk adjustment analysis and related reporting
  • Develops productivity standards for risk adjustment auditing of claims or medical records
  • Collaborates with the Provider Relations Department to provide coding and risk adjustment education and resource information to network providers
  • Conducts educational events as necessary
  • Participates in administrative team's preparation of Medicare Advantage annual bids risk adjustment determination
  • Maintains expert knowledge of AMA's Coding systems, including ICD-9 & 10 diagnostic, CPT, HCPCS codes and any national updates or revisions of medical diagnostic, procedural, or medical supply coding
  • In collaboration with Plan management, participates in regulatory review and/or audit of submitted claims risk adjustment coding
  • Develops risk adjustment training materials for network providers, plan personnel and prospective network providers
  • Maintains working knowledge of Plan information management systems
  • Collaborates with the Managed Care Data Systems personnel in the development of reports and/or customized applications utilized for risk adjustment data analysis and reporting
  • Establishes business and functional requirements needed to define technology/systems platform
  • Creates executive level reports and performance metrics to keep Health New England up-to-date on risk adjustment
  • Manages, trains, coaches and develops staff

Minimally Required Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Preferred Education

Master's degree in healthcare administration, public health, health informatics, population health, or a related healthcare field.

Professional certification such as Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC), or similar coding credential.

Minimally Required Experience

7-10 years of experience in an HMO or MCO with direct HCC risk adjustment experience.

At least 2 years of management experience.

Experience with medical claims review, coding, or utilization management.

Knowledge of CMS risk adjustment methodologies and ICD-9/ICD-10 coding.

Preferred Experience

Experience in population health analytics and risk adjustment strategy.

Experience across multiple lines of business including ACA, Medicare Advantage (MA), and Medicaid models.

Certification:

Ability to obtain relevant coding or risk adjustment certification within a reasonable timeframe if not already held.

Education:

Bachelors Degree (Required)

Certifications:

Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist - Board of Pharmacy SpecialistBoard of Pharmacy SpecialistBoard of Pharmacy Specialist, Licensed Attorney - Massachusetts Bar AssociationMassachusetts Bar AssociationMassachusetts Bar Association, Licensed Clinical Social Worker - OtherOtherOther, Registered Nurse - State of MassachusettsState of MassachusettsState of Massachusetts

Compensation

Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum

$174,283.00 - $200,324.00 - $236,891.00

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.


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