RISK ADJUSTMENT CODING SPECIALIST - VBC OPERATIONS AND TRANSFORMATION

Beebe Healthcare•Lewes, DE

13h•$24 - $37

About The Position

Provides thorough concurrent, prospective, and retrospective review of ambulatory medical record clinical documentation to ensure accurate and complete capture of the clinical picture, severity of illness, and complexity of the patient. Utilizes knowledge of official coding guidelines (ICD-10, CPT, HCPCs), Hierarchical Condition Categories (HCC), M.E.A.T (Monitored, Evaluated/Assessed/Addressed, Treated) standards, Risk Adjustment Factor (RAF) scoring, and AHIMA/ACDIS physician query brief. Provides education to providers on the importance of diagnosis specificity. May participate in developing, presenting, and disseminating provider communication and other activities related to clinical documentation.

Requirements

Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) & Certified Coding Specialist (CCS-P), CCS, CPC
Minimum of two years' experience in medical coding
Reliable transportation/Valid Driver's License/Must be able to travel at least 50% of work time

Responsibilities

Review provider documentation of diagnostic data from medical record to verify that all Medicare Advantage, MSSP and Commercial risk adjustment documentation requirements are met, and to deliver education to providers on either an individual basis or in a group forum
Review medical record information on both a retroactive and prospective basis to identify, assess, monitor, and document claims and encounter coding information as it pertains to Hierarchical Condition Categories (HCC)
Perform code abstraction and/or coding quality audits of medical records to ensure ICD-10- CM codes are accurately assigned and supported by clinical documentation to ensure adherence with CMS Risk Adjustment guidelines
Interacts with physicians regarding coding, billing, documentation policies, procedures, and conflicting/ambiguous or non-specific documentation
Prepare and/or perform auditing analysis and provide feedback on noncompliance issues detected through auditing
Provides ongoing feedback to physicians and other providers regarding coding guidelines and requirements, including education and support for improvement in HCC coding and RAF scoring. Assists with educational in-services for physicians, other providers, and clinic staff relating to clinical documentation compliance related to billing.