Coding Associate

IntusCare

11d•$55 - $60•Remote

About The Position

IntusCare is the only end-to-end ecosystem built specifically to help Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) programs deliver exceptional care, strengthen financial performance, and stay compliant. IntusCare replaces outdated technology and manual workarounds with purpose-built solutions for care coordination, risk adjustment, population health, and utilization management. We empower teams to take control of their operations and improve outcomes for dual-eligible seniors- some of the most socially vulnerable and clinically complex individuals in the US healthcare system. Role Overview The Coding Associate is responsible for delivering high-quality, accurate risk adjustment coding services for Intus Care’s IRIS clients. This role is focused exclusively on coding workflows: reviewing medical records, identifying diagnosis codes, validating documentation and ensuring compliance with CMS-HCC and risk adjustment standards.

Requirements

CPC, CCS, RHIT, or CRC (Certified Risk Adjustment Coder) required.
Minimum 1-2 years of medical coding experience, preferably in risk adjustment or HCC coding.
High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Strong knowledge of CMS-HCC models, diagnosis coding guidelines, and RAF scoring.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work independently in a remote, deadline-driven environment.
Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems and coding platforms.
Strong written communication skills for documenting coding decisions.

Responsibilities

Review medical records to assign all applicable diagnosis codes following , ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines, AHA Coding Clinic guidance, and IRIS internal coding policies.
Document coding rationales clearly and consistently in accordance with IRIS standards.
Maintain strict adherence to CMS requirements, audit preparedness, and risk adjustment integrity.
Maintain a coding accuracy score of 95% or higher, with a strong commitment to continuous quality improvement.
Participate in internal audits, peer reviews, and periodic quality checks.
Ensure compliance with documentation requirements, CMS risk adjustment standards, and RADV audit expectations.
Flag documentation inconsistencies or incomplete provider documentation for clinical review.
Complete assigned coding volumes within established productivity targets. Each Coding Associate should complete minimum 1000 encounters per month.
Meet deadlines for all coding deliverables to ensure timely client reporting and monthly cycles.
Utilize IntusCare’s IRIS tools, dashboards, and platforms to complete coding tasks efficiently and accurately.
Follow structured workflows and escalate issues when documentation is unclear or unavailable.
Communicate coding questions or potential documentation improvements to the appropriate internal contacts (not directly to providers).
Participate in team meetings to stay aligned on monthly cycles, product updates, and coding standards.