V24 vs V28 HCC RAF Impact Analysis

Project Overview Interactive Power BI dashboard comparing the impact of the new CMS-HCC V28 risk adjustment model against the previous V24 model. This analysis focuses on how the updated coefficients affect Risk Adjustment Factor (RAF) scores across major chronic conditions.

Note: All projects are built using synthetic data for portfolio and learning purposes only. No real patient data or actual organizational data was used.

Key Findings

  • The new V28 model shows lower average RAF scores compared to V24 across most major chronic conditions.
  • Lung Cancer and Crohn’s Disease remain major RAF drivers under both models.
  • Accurate and complete documentation continues to be critical for proper risk adjustment and reimbursement.
  • Several chronic conditions may require updated coding and documentation practices under the new model.

Recommendations

  • Prioritize coder and provider education on V28-specific documentation requirements.
  • Conduct internal audits to identify conditions most affected by the model change.
  • Update risk adjustment strategies and HCC capture processes to align with V28 coefficients.
  • Monitor financial impact closely during the transition period to minimize revenue gaps.
  • Focus on high-RAF conditions (e.g., Lung Cancer, Crohn’s Disease) to ensure accurate coding and documentation.

Key Features

  • Side-by-side comparison of V24 and V28 RAF scores
  • Identification of high-impact chronic conditions (e.g., Diabetes, CHF, COPD, etc.)
  • Analysis of potential reimbursement and documentation implications
  • Risk prioritization for Medicare Advantage compliance

Skills Demonstrated

  • Advanced understanding of CMS-HCC Risk Adjustment models
  • Comparative analysis between coding versions
  • Data visualization of financial and clinical impact
  • Domain expertise in Medicare Advantage and RADV compliance

Tools Used: Power BI Desktop, DAX, Excel

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