Offer summary

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required, with preferred associate's or bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, Nursing, or related field., Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification is required., 2–3 years of medical coding experience, including 1–2 years in HCC coding and risk adjustment., Expert knowledge of ICD-10-CM coding guidelines and HCC risk adjustment models..

Key responsibilities:

Review neurology, behavioral health, and psychiatry patient records to assign accurate ICD-10-CM codes.

Ensure compliance with coding standards, payer requirements, and organizational policies.

Collaborate with providers to improve documentation quality and resolve ambiguities.

Participate in coding audits and quality reviews to maintain accuracy and compliance.

Job description

About Synapticure
As a patient and caregiverfounded company, Synapticure provides instant access to expert neurologists, cuttingedge treatments and trials, and wraparound care coordination and behavioral health support in all 50 states through a virtual care platform. Partnering with providers and health plans, including CMS new GUIDE dementia care model, Synapticure is dedicated to transforming the lives of millions of individuals and their families living with neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and ALS.

The Role
We are seeking an experienced Hierarchical Condition Category (HCC) Coding Specialist with deep expertise in neurology, behavioral health, and psychiatry. In this fulltime, remote role, you will be responsible for accurately assigning ICD10CM diagnosis codes to patient encounters, with a focus on diagnoses that impact HCCs for risk adjustment models. Your work will be critical in supporting valuebased care initiatives and ensuring the accuracy and completeness of documentation that directly affects healthcare reimbursement and quality metrics.

Job Duties – What you’ll be doing
Review neurology, behavioral health, and psychiatry patient medical records, including physician notes, hospital records, and clinical documentation
Accurately assign ICD10CM codes based on documentation, following HCC coding and CMS risk adjustment guidelines
Assign appropriate CPT, HCPCS, and ICD10CM codes for encounterbased services to ensure complete, compliant claims
Identify documentation deficiencies impacting HCC assignment and collaborate with providers to improve specificity
Query providers for clarification when documentation is incomplete, ambiguous, or contradictory
Ensure compliance with coding standards, payer requirements, and organizational policies
Participate in coding audits and quality reviews, providing feedback and education to providers and peers
Collaborate with CDI specialists, auditors, and revenue cycle teams to optimize documentation and coding processes
Maintain productivity and accuracy benchmarks
Stay current on updates to coding rules, HCC guidelines, and mentalneurological health regulations

Requirements – What we look for in you
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management, Nursing, or related field preferred
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required
Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) or Certified Documentation Improvement Practitioner (CDIP) strongly preferred
2–3 years of experience in medical coding, with at least 1–2 years in HCC coding and risk adjustment
Expert knowledge of ICD10CM coding guidelines and HCC risk adjustment models
Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology
Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills with the ability to interpret complex medical records
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for provider collaboration and education
Proficiency with EHR systems, coding software, and computer applications
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fastpaced environment

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with multiple payer risk adjustment methodologies
Knowledge of CPT and HCPCS coding
Experience in a large healthcare system, managed care organization, or telehealth environment

We’re founded by a patient and caregiver, and we’re a remotefirst company. This means our values are at the heart of everything we do, and while we’re located all across the country, these principles are what tie us together around a common identity:
Relentless focus on patients and caregivers. We are determined to provide an exceptional experience for every patient we have the privilege to serve, and we put our patients first in everything we do.
Embody the spirit and humanity of those living with neurodegenerative disease. Inspired by our founders, families, and personal experiences, we recognize the seriousness of our patients’ circumstances and meet that challenge every day with empathy, compassion, kindness, joy, and most importantly – with hope.
Seek to understand, and stay curious. We start by listening to one another, our partners, our patients, and their caregivers. We communicate with authenticity and humility, prioritizing honesty and directness while recognizing we always have something to learn.
Embrace the opportunity. We are energized by the importance of our mission and bias toward action.
Competitive salary based on experience
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) plan with employer matching
Remotefirst work environment with home office stipend
Generous paid time off and sick leave
Professional development and continuing education support