Certified Risk Adjustment Coder

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Risk Adjustment Medical Record Coder.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with CMS risk adjustment diagnosis coding guidelines
• Perform comprehensive first-pass reviews of medical records and physician assessment forms (HCC coding)
• Assist with the intake and quality assurance of medical records as necessary

Required Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent work experience required (2 years of professional work experience)
• 1 year of progressive medical coding and health care experience required
• Professional coding certification from AHIMA or AAPC (CPC, CCS, RHIT, RHIA)
• Must acquire the Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) certificate from AAPC within one year after training
• Understanding of ICD-10 coding standards required