Risk Adjustment Coding Specialist II - Orange County

Astrana Health Management; Orange (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrana Health Management is seeking a Risk Adjustment Coding Specialist II to support the Orange County market. Candidates should have 3-5 years of risk adjustment coding experience and be able to travel up to 75% for the role.

You will review provider documentation, conduct education sessions, and ensure compliance with coding regulations. AAPC or AHIMA certification is required. The role offers a competitive salary range of $70,000 - $85,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain AAPC or AHIMA certification.
• At least 3 years of experience in risk adjustment coding or billing.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-volume chart reviews to identify coding gaps.
• Review documentation to ensure compliance with Medicare guidelines.
• Deliver education to provider office staff.

Skills

Billing knowledge

Communication skills

PowerPoint proficiency

Education

AAPC or AHIMA certification

3 years of risk adjustment coding experience

Tools

Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Healthcare coding software

Job description

Risk Adjustment Coding Specialist II - Orange County

Department: Quality - Risk Adjustment

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: 600 City Parkway West 10th Floor, Orange, CA 92868

Reporting To: Yuvone Washington-Oshon

Compensation: $70,000 - $85,000 / year

Description

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Risk Adjustment Coding Specialist to support our Orange County market. In this role, you will support risk adjustment efforts by conducting high-volume chart reviews to identify coding gaps, trends, and opportunities for improved accuracy for our providers. You’ll translate your findings into actionable insights, creating and delivering education to providers and practice leaders while navigating complex conversations. Additionally, you’ll track and report on key performance metrics—such as HCC recapture rates, AWVs, and other KPIs, helping drive provider performance and overall program success.

We are seeking candidates who have experience with provider education and at least 3-5 years of risk adjustment experience! This position requires travel to provider offices up to 75% of the time OC.

Our Values:

• Put Patients First
• Empower Entrepreneurial Provider and Care Teams
• Operate with Integrity & Excellence
• Be Innovative
• Work As One Team

What You'll Do

• Review provider documentation of diagnostic data from medical records to verify that all Medicare Advantage, Affordable Care Act (ACO) and Commercial risk adjustment documentation requirements are met, and to deliver education to providers on either an individual basis or in a group forum, as appropriate for all IPAs managed by the company.
• 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.
• Interact 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.
• Maintain current knowledge of coding regulations, compliance guidelines, and updates to the ICD-10 and HCC codes, stay informed about changes in Medicare, Medicaid, and private payer requirements.
• Provide recommendations to management related to process improvements, root‑cause analysis, and/or barrier resolution applicable to Risk Adjustment initiatives.
• Train, mentor and support new employees during the orientation process. Function as a resource to existing staff for projects and daily work.
• Provide peer‑to‑peer guidance through informal discussion and overread assignments. Support coder training and orientation as requested by manager.
• May assist or lead projects and/or handle higher work volume than Risk Adjustment Coding Specialist I.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required Certification/Licensure: Must possess and maintain AAPC or AHIMA certification - Certified Coding Specialist (CCS‑P), CCS, or CPC.
• At least 3 years of experience in risk adjustment coding and/or billing experience required.
• Reliable transportation/Valid Driver’s License/Must be able to travel up to 75% of work time.
• PC skills and experience using Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills, and ability to collaborate.
• Must possess the ability to educate and train provider office staff members.
• Proficiency with healthcare coding software and Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems.

You're great for this role if:

• Strong billing knowledge and/or Certified Professional Biller (CPB) through APPC.
• Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) and/or Risk Adjustment coding experience.
• Have knowledge of Risk Adjustment and Hierarchical Condition Categories (HCC) for Medicare Advantage.
• Strong PowerPoint and public speaking experience.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate in a team setting.
• Experience with Monday.com.
• Experience collaborating with, educating, and presenting to provider teams in a face‑to‑face setting.

Environmental Job Requirements and Working Conditions

• The national target pay range for this role is $70,000 - $85,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location (current or future), experience, and other job‑related factors.
• This role follows a hybrid work structure where the expectation is to work on the field and at home on a weekly basis. This position requires up to 75% travel to provider offices in Orange County.

Astrana Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. If you require assistance in applying for open positions due to a disability, please email us at [e-mail] to request an accommodation.

Additional Information: The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.