HCC Coder - Medical Records Coding (Remote Temporary)

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. As a Medical Coder, you will be responsible for procedure and diagnostic coding of professional charges. Works closely with clinical department physicians and staff to ensure accurate and compliant coding and maximization of revenue through initial coding.

Following training, hours will be 7.75 hours Monday-Friday between the hours of 6am-6pm EST. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.Codes a variety of medical records using CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10 codes for office, outpatient, inpatient, surgical, hospital ancillary, nursing facility, urgent care, ambulatory surgery center and other charges for physicians and other providers of professional billing

Prepares, reviews, and transmits claims using billing software, including electronic and paper claim processing

Contact providers or their representatives regarding inappropriate, incomplete or unclear coding

Searches for information in cases where the coding is complex or unusual. Forwards unresolved coding questions to manager for review and comment

Notifies manager of any coding denial trends

Responds to coding related inquiries from providers and support staff and others as requested

Must keep current of governmental and other payor coding and reimbursement rules and requirements

Reports accurate productivity and other data as requested

Maintains productivity, quality standards and processing timelines as established by Revenue Operations Metrics

Complies with health and safety requirements and with regulatory agencies such as DPH, etc.

Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives

Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays

Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account

Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage

401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)

High School Diploma/GED

2+ years of physician-based coding experience

2+ years of experience with ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS coding

Multi-specialty office-based coding experience preferred

Previous EPIC experience

Certified Coder - Billing and Coding

Proficiency with Microsoft software (including Outlook, Teams, Excel, etc.)

Demonstrate a professional and courteous manner when interacting with physicians/providers, clinical department staff and co-workers

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

Pay 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). The hourly pay for this role will range from $20 - $36 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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.