[Hiring] VBC Risk Adjustment Coder @U.S. Renal Care, Inc.

Role Description

The Risk Adjustment Coder is responsible for providing support to the Risk Adjustment Department. This position will work closely with the VBC Risk Director, Program Managers (Nurse Practitioners) NPs, and external vendors to assist with managing the Chronic Disease Managed Visit (CDMV) Program through coding charts and queries.

• Collaborate with Lead Coder to review CDMV progress notes and CDMV Summary
• Continuous streamlined communication with NPs on queries as needed
• Weekly meeting with Lead Coder to discuss any barriers on receiving responses to queries or any questions regarding coding
• Stay up to date with CMS Coding Guidelines as identified for Risk Adjustment (CPT and ICD codes)
• Collaborate with coordinators and specialists for ad hoc projects as needed
• Track charts that have been completed for coding
• Use of multiple EMRs for coding and having access to patient history
• Attend weekly team meetings, 1-1 meetings with management, and other meetings as necessary
• Maintain confidentiality and security of department records per department protocol, including sensitive information related to company, licensing, patient medical, and personal information
• Provide support to all department members as needed and/or directed
• Respond courteously and professionally to internal and external colleagues via phone calls, office visits, correspondence, etc.
• Actively promote GUEST customer service standards; develop effective relationships at all levels of the organization
• Participate in team concepts and promote a team effort; perform duties in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Provides administrative and clerical support for assigned departments as needed
• Regular and reliable attendance is required for the job

Qualifications

• CRC Certification required
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required; degree in public health, decision sciences, business, or another analytical discipline strongly preferred
• 1-2 years of experience in coding CPC and/or CRC
• EMR experience required
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office products, including Outlook and Word
• Advanced analytical skills required; strong Excel and PowerPoint skills a plus

Benefits

• All Full-Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
• Medical / Pharmacy
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k with employer match
• Virtual Care
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• All Part-Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
• 401k with employer match
• PTO

Pay Range

USD $15.00 - USD $24.00 /Hr.