What is a RAC Coordinator?

A RAC Coordinator, or Recovery Audit Contractor Coordinator, is a healthcare professional responsible for managing and overseeing the Recovery Audit Contractor process in healthcare organizations. Their main role involves coordinating responses to audits, ensuring compliance with regulations, and facilitating communication between healthcare providers and auditors. They help ensure that all necessary documentation is provided for audits, track audit outcomes, and implement corrective actions as needed. RAC Coordinators play a critical role in minimizing financial losses due to improper payments and ensuring that billing practices meet federal and state requirements.