Outpatient Facility Medical Coder

Optum offers a full‑time, remote-friendly position focused on outpatient surgery coding. The role requires 3+ years of coding experience and the ability to work across facility charging and billing systems. Primary Responsibilities Identify appropriate assignment of ICD‑10, CPT and modifiers for facility services while adhering to official coding guidelines and the client coding guidelines of the assigned facility. Apply expert knowledge in all facility outpatient coding types: ancillary, emergency, same‑day surgery, and observation. Abstract additional data elements during the chart review process when coding, as needed. Adhere to the ethical standards of coding as established by AAPC and/or AHIMA. Maintain required levels of performance in both coding quality and productivity as established by Optum. Query physicians when appropriate. Maintain up‑to‑date coding knowledge by reviewing materials disseminated or recommended by the QM Manager, Coding Operations Managers, and Director of Coding / Quality Management. Participate in coding department meetings and educational events. Perform additional responsibilities as identified by the manager. You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that challenges you and provides clear direction and development opportunities. Required Qualifications High School Diploma/GED or higher. Professional coder certification with credentialing from AHIMA and/or AAPC (CCA, CCS, RHIA, RHIT, CPC‑H/COC, CIC, CCS‑P, CPC) to be maintained annually. 3+ years of experience with ICD‑10, CPT, facility charging and modifiers. 3+ years of experience in outpatient surgery coding in a facility setting. Intermediate experience working with a PC in a Windows environment, including Microsoft Excel (create and edit spreadsheets) and various EMR systems with ease. Preferred Qualifications Ability to work at least one weekend day, holidays, and overtime when there is a business need. Telecommuting Requirements Required to have a dedicated work area that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy. Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable). Must live in a location where there is a UnitedHealth Group approved high‑speed internet connection or leverage an existing high‑speed internet service. All telecommuters must adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy. Pay ranges from $20.00 to $35.72 per hour based on full‑time employment. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401(k) contributions (subject to eligibility). Application Deadline This posting will remain open for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job postings may close early due to volume of applicants. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr