Remote Risk Adjustment Coding & Documentation Specialist

Kootenai Hospital; Coeur d'Alene (ID); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Kootenai Hospital seeks a Risk Adjustment Coding and Documentation Specialist to ensure the accuracy and completeness of clinical diagnosis coding. This role involves supporting KCN clinicians with pre-visit planning and providing feedback on documentation practices.

The ideal candidate will have significant coding experience and certifications, alongside strong communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, tuition assistance, competitive pay, and a wellness program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of coding/medical record chart review experience in a healthcare setting.
• Coding certifications through AHIMA or AAPC required.
• Strong knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding.

Responsibilities

• Verify accuracy of risk adjustable diagnosis codes.
• Support and educate KCN clinicians on documentation.
• Analyze chart documentation for compliance.

Skills

Risk Adjustment Methodology

CPT coding

ICD-10 coding

Project management

Strong communication skills

Education

Formal coding program or coding training course

Associate degree

Tools

Population health application

Job description

Kootenai Hospital seeks a Risk Adjustment Coding and Documentation Specialist to ensure the accuracy and completeness of clinical diagnosis coding. This role involves supporting KCN clinicians with pre-visit planning and providing feedback on documentation practices.

The ideal candidate will have significant coding experience and certifications, alongside strong communication skills. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, tuition assistance, competitive pay, and a wellness program.