The Coder I is responsible for conducting accurate, compliant, and complete diagnosis code abstraction for Medicare, Commercial, and Medicaid risk-adjustment programs across a variety of chart types. This role applies ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines, AHA Coding Clinic guidance, and Cotiviti/client-specific requirements to ensure high-quality coding outcomes. The Coder I uses established dispute-resolution processes when coding disagreements arise and communicates professionally with team leadership regarding findings, errors, and improvement opportunities.
This is a remote, full-time permanent position for multiple Risk Adjustment / HCC Coders (Coder 1).
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Nationally certified coder in good standing through AAPC or AHIMA (CRC, CPC, CCS, etc.).
- 1-2 years of experience in medical risk adjustment / HCC coding.
- Experience with HCC record abstraction and coding requirements.
- Demonstrated high quality accuracy and productivity in clinical coding work.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology.
- Intermediate computer skills and ability to use a designated coding platform.
- Strong organization and time management skills.
- Ability to read and understand medical record documentation for diagnosis extraction.
- Must maintain professional credential in good standing as required by AAPC and/or AHIMA.
- Must comply with HIPAA and patient confidentiality requirements.
- Required training hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM ET.
- Required working hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, daytime schedule based on time zone; not intended for nights, weekends, or part-time work.
- Ability to achieve over 95% quality accuracy.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
- Must be able to provide a dedicated, secure work area and high-speed internet access.
Compensation and benefits
- Base compensation: $23.00 to $26.50 per hour.
- Eligible for discretionary bonus consideration.
- Overtime pay for nonexempt hours worked over 40 per week, or as required by law.
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- 401(k) savings plan.
- Paid family leave.
- 9 paid holidays per year.
- 17-27 days of PTO per year depending on level and length of service.
Location
N/A
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
1 month ago