Risk Adjustment Coding Coordinator

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Job Summary

The Risk Adjustment Coder works to improve the coding and quality aspects of risk adjustment partnership with key stakeholders supports management of oversight of vendors and continuously works to improve people processes and technology across the function. The position works to manage accurate and compliant coding practices find opportunities for documentation improvement optimize risk adjustment processes and support revenue cycle management.

Essential Functions
-Actively contributes to the strategic direction for Risk Coding and collaborates with vendor partners to lead volume and ensure adherence to agreed upon SLAs.
-Establishes KPIs for risk coding functions; ensures the implementation of action plans when performance does not meet expectations.
-Communicates relevant changes in performance market trends healthcare delivery systems and legislative initiatives impacting the execution of team goals to team(s).
-Provides direction and oversight across the organizations Risk Coding methodology performance and workflows.
-Monitors implements and contributes to financial planning provided by leadership to support a cost-effective Risk Coding strategy.
-Leads the offshore volume for risk coding and ensures vendors are held to agreed-upon SLAs.
-Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives; examples include conducting regular audits educating coders/clinicians and monitoring KPIs for improvements.
-Conduct training and education sessions for healthcare providers and coding staff on risk adjustment coding requirements and best practices.
-Performs other duties as assigned
-Complies with all policies and standards

Education

• Bachelors Degree preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) certification highly preferred

Experience

• At least 1-2 years of experience in medical coding or risk adjustment coding required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of ICD-10 CPT and HCPCS coding systems particularly as they relate to risk adjustment.
• Strong analytical abilities to assess coding accuracy and identify areas for improvement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective training and collaboration with clinical staff and coding teams.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in coding and documentation processes.
• Familiarity with healthcare regulations and guidelines related to risk adjustment and coding compliance.

Working Conditions:

• This is a remote role that can be done from most US states. Local employees attend meetings 1x/month in the office.

Remote

399 Revolution Drive

40

Regular

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$78000.00 - $113453.60/Annual

Grade

7

At Mass General Brigham we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive and any offer extended will take into account your skills relevant experience if applicable education certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation addition to competitive base pay we offer comprehensive benefits career advancement opportunities differentials premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

Mass General Brigham Health Plan Holding Company Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religious creed national origin sex age gender identity disability sexual orientation military service genetic information and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at .

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