Manager, Coding - Remote | Camden, Tennessee | Remote

Manager, Acute/Ambulatory Coding (Grade 27)Optum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to help us deliver results that improve lives? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.The Manager, Acute/Ambulatory Coding (Grade 27) manages and is accountable for professional employees and/or supervisors within coding operations. The impact of work is primarily at the local level, with decisions influencing multiple groups of employees and internal and external customers. This role sets team direction, resolves problems, provides guidance to staff, and adapts departmental plans and priorities to address business and operational challenges. The manager influences forecasting and planning activities and ensures coding operations support compliant, accurate reimbursement and revenue cycle performance.You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.Primary Responsibilities:Manages and is accountable for coding staff and/or supervisors supporting Acute and Ambulatory codingSets team direction, establishes priorities, resolves operational and personnel issues, and provides guidance and coaching to team membersMay oversee and coordinate work activities of other coding supervisorsAdapts departmental plans and priorities to address business needs, operational challenges, regulatory changes, and workload demandsInfluences and provides input into forecasting, staffing models, productivity targets, and operational planningEnsures compliance with federal, state, payer, and internal coding regulations, policies, and standardsActs as a subject matter resource to coding staff, physicians, billing, revenue cycle, and operational partnersLeads efforts to maximize reimbursement, improve coding quality, reduce charge lag, and maintain acceptable turnaround timesOversees coding productivity, quality audits, pended accounts, DNFC reconciliation, and related performance metricsUses analytics, benchmarking, and reporting to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and to make data-driven business recommendationsLeads or supports process improvement initiatives impacting ambulatory coding workflows and revenue cycle performanceCoordinates and prioritizes multiple projects and initiatives, ensuring timely completion and alignment with business objectivesDevelops, motivates, and retains a competent and well-trained coding workforce through training, coaching, and performance managementCompletes probationary and annual performance evaluations and supports continuing education and professional developmentCollaborates with physicians, finance, IT, billing, and leadership to support operational goals and customer service excellenceYou'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.Required Qualifications:Active coding credentials such as CCS or CPC5+ years of acute/ambulatory coding experience2+ years of coding leadership or supervisory experienceDemonstrated leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skillsPreferred Qualifications:Experience with electronic health records, encoders, and computer-assisted coding tools (e.g., Epic, 3M, EncoderPro)Experience supporting revenue cycle performance improvement initiativesDemonstrated analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present data to leadership*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter PolicyPay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $72,800 - $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.