Alpine Physician Partners

Risk Adjustment Coding Analyst


PayCompetitive
LocationEdinburg/Texas
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: R0001616

      We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

      Job Description:

      We are seeking a Certified Risk Adjustment Coding Analyst to support accurate medical coding and ensure compliance with risk adjustment guidelines. This role plays a vital part in optimizing coding accuracy for ASAS Health while supporting revenue integrity and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in medical coding, risk adjustment methodologies, and data validation processes.

      ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

      Medical Coding: Accurately assign diagnostic codes (ICD-10-CM) from clinical documentation following risk adjustment guidelines (Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, ACA, etc.).

      Compliance & Accuracy: Ensure coding adheres to official coding guidelines, payer policies, and regulatory standards.

      Chart Reviews: Conduct audits of medical records to verify code accuracy, identify discrepancies, and support compliance efforts.

      Provider & Team Support: Collaborate with physicians, billers, coders, and clinician teams to enhance documentation and educate on risk adjustment best practices.

      Data Analysis: Monitor coding trends, conduct data validation, and generate reports to assess risk scores and financial impact.

      Continuous Learning: Stay up to date with regulatory changes, coding guidelines, and industry updates affecting risk adjustment coding. Always maintain active coding certification.

      EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

      • Minimum of three years’ experience in risk adjustment coding. Preferred five years of experience in health care coding.
      • Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC), or equivalent certification required.

      KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

      • Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM coding guidelines, HCC coding, and CMS regulations.
      • Experience conducting audits and validations for risk adjustment accuracy.
      • Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail in medical documentation.
      • Strong communication and collaboration skills for provider education.
      • Ability to handle multiple tasks with a high level of accuracy.
      • Detail-oriented and organized.
      • Strong work ethic.
      • Experience with Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, or Affordable Care Act risk adjustment programs.
      • Familiarity with EHR systems like Elation and Athena, and AI applications like Ambiance.
      • Ability to interpret regulatory changes and apply them to coding practices.

      If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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