Risk Adjustment Coding Specialist

Risk Adjustment Coding Specialist:

Central Valley Medical Providers in Fresno, CA

Position Summary: A great opportunity to work directly with a dynamic all-physician Board of Directors and talentedmanagement team to support the clinical needs of the fastest growing IPA inthe Central Valley, serving Fresno and Madera Counties. Under the supervision of the Director of Operations, the Risk Adjustment Coding Specialist will be primarily responsible for partnering with providers and clinic operationsstaff to support CVMP’s Clinical Document Improvement (CDI) program and Risk Coding initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collect appropriate data from IPA network providersfor HEDIS measures to close HEDIS & Star Measure gaps shared byhealth plans
• Advise and educate providers on CMS guidelines forStar Measures and appropriate documentation and coding for HEDISreporting
• Collect and review medical records and ensure accuracy of documentation for reporting
• Collect, summarize, and trend provider performance data to include provider education
• Participate in ongoing discussions concerning datacollections and analysis for HEDIS gap in care
• Assist in the planning and implementation of projects to improve the delivery of services and the quality of care
• Understand the principles of HIPAA and maintain the confidentiality of patient health information
• Understand the principles of CMS, HEDIS, NCQA, andmore
• Communicate internally and externally as needed togather necessary data
• Promote a positive working relationship with all stakeholders
• Attend IPA and health plan meetings as required
• Respond to primary care offices and health planquestions/inquiries promptly
• Perform other duties, projects, and actions as assigned

Qualifications and/or

Experience:

• CRC-Certified Risk Adjustment Coder OR CPC-Certified Professional Coder OR AHMA or AAPC Coding Certification (CCS-P, CPC, COCor CPC-P)
• At least 3 years of experience in a healthcare delivery organization, such as a managed care organization, medicalgroup, or medical billing and coding
• Two years of experience in QI, performing a widerange of functions with a strong focus on data analysis and initiatingimprovement initiatives that achieve desired outcomes
• Computer literacy with knowledge and experience usingspecific software such as Word, Excel, and Access
• Knowledge of Commercial, Medicaid and Medicareprograms required
• Must be willing to travel locally on an as-needed basis.

Primary

Location:

Fresno, CA,service area:
Fresno and Madera Counties

Job Type: Full Time;
In-office reportingposition