North East Medical Services
Burlingame, CA, USA
The Healthcare Coder plays a critical role in supporting accurate and compliant coding for NEMS MSO operation with a focus on Medicare Risk Adjustment (RA) programs. This position ensures accurate capture of Hierarchical Condition Category (HCC) coding and improves risk adjustment scores by conducting chart audits, providing provider education, and supporting clinical documentation improvement (CDI) initiatives. The Healthcare Coder will collaborate closely with providers, clinical staff, and leadership to improve coding accuracy and compliance, directly impacting the organization's quality outcomes and financial performance. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: HCC Coding and Risk Adjustment (RA) Program Support Perform comprehensive review of patient charts to identify and validate diagnosis codes in alignment with HCC and risk adjustment guidelines. Ensure all coding adheres to CMS and ICD-10 guidelines, focusing on accuracy, completeness, and compliance. Conduct...