Risk Adjustment Coding PM at Datavant | $75K–$90K in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
This Client Coding Project Manager role at Datavant sits at a compelling intersection of healthcare data, compliance, and project management — a niche with strong and growing demand driven by value-based care, risk adjustment programs (ACA and Medicare Advantage), and AI-driven health data initiatives.
Compensation context: The $75K–$90K range is competitive for mid-level risk adjustment coding roles in lower-to-mid cost-of-living US markets, but may be below market in high-cost metros (New York, San Francisco) where similar roles command $95K–$115K. If you hold CRC, CPC, or CCS-P certifications, you may be able to negotiate toward the top of the range.
Skills you'll develop:
- Risk adjustment auditing expertise (ACA and MA) — high demand in managed care and health plan sectors
- QA program design and training — transferable to compliance and operations leadership roles
- Cross-functional communication and vendor management — critical for advancement into senior PM or director roles
Green flags: Datavant is a well-funded, growth-stage health tech company with a broad client base. The role offers exposure to both internal operations and external client relationships, which builds a well-rounded career profile. Career growth opportunities are listed explicitly as a benefit.
Watch for: The "other duties as assigned" language and broad scope suggest a generalist workload. Clarify during interviews whether there is a defined path to Senior PM or Director of Coding Compliance.
Datavant is the data collaboration platform trusted for healthcare. Guided by our mission to make the world's health data secure, accessible and actionable, we provide critical data solutions for organizations across the healthcare ecosystem — including providers, health plans, researchers, and life sciences companies. From fulfilling a single patient's request for their medical records to powering the AI revolution in healthcare, Datavanters are building the future of how data is connected and used to improve health.
By joining Datavant today, you're stepping onto a driven and highly collaborative team that is passionate about creating transformative change in healthcare.
What We're Looking For:
The Client Coding Project Manager will provide superior quality by performing audits pertaining to risk adjustment coding efforts. They will be responsible for daily operations pertaining to auditing functions as assigned. The CCPM will provide superior customer experience by educating internally and externally on opportunities for improvement discovered during auditing. This individual will work closely with Management to implement benchmarks, establish acceptable thresholds, and effective quality assurance programs.
What You Will Do:
- Monitor the performance of the Risk Adjustment Operations both internally and with coding vendors.
- Provide expertise as it relates to coding compliance for new and existing services, while ensuring compliance with organizational, federal, state, and third-party requirements.
- Assist in the methods to effectively communicate information through presentations, reports, educational programs, memoranda, etc. by providing formal and informal education to QA specialists, coding vendors and staff.
- Report findings to Leadership in a timely, consistent and effective manner ensuring that appropriate changes are implemented.
- Support audit processes ensuring work flows and results are properly documented and maintained. Identify process improvements as needed.
- Assist in the development of an effective training program regarding correct coding techniques/practices.
- Assist with training new auditors and training of other staff as needed.
- Create methods to share information on the program, quality, and initiatives with Management on a monthly cadence at minimum.
- Maintain a quality assurance program.
- Play a key role in ensuring coding compliance and accuracy.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Need to Succeed:
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study preferred, or 3–5 years related work experience as a coder with a minimum of 5 years' coding experience in risk adjustment (both ACA and MA).
- Expert knowledge of Risk Adjustment.
- 1+ years experience in project management.
- Research and problem resolution skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft and G-Suite applications; Excel skills are a must.
- Exceptional interpersonal relationship skills.
- Consistent demonstration of commitment to quality, customer focus, productivity, and process improvement.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with all levels of the organization, business unit leaders, and staff in a tactful and positive manner.
- Proven success in complex and ambiguous environments.
- Ability to work independently, with high productivity, and regularly meet deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and professional style.
- Experience in initiating, developing, and monitoring policies, internal control procedures, and operating standards.
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO) plan, plus holidays
- Retirement savings plan
- Opportunities for career growth and development
- Employee wellness programs
- Additional benefits based on location and role
Physical Requirements:
- Sitting or standing for duration of work shift (or alternating between the two)
Compensation:
The estimated total cash compensation range for this role is: $75,000–$90,000 USD. Individual rates may differ based on level, responsibilities, skills, and experience.
To ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post-offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID-19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, and/or religion.
This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship.
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