Senior Observation Medical Coder

Senior Inpatient Medical Coder

Position:
This virtual, remote position requires a highly organized self‑starter with strong technical application skills. Candidates must have previous success in a remote environment and be willing to perform coding services for providers in a hospital setting.

Schedule: Full‑time (40 hours/week), Monday‑Friday, 8‑hour shifts. Telecommute from anywhere within the U.S.

• Identify appropriate assignment of ICD‑10‑CDM codes and CPT‑4 for observation services provided in a hospital setting.
• Abstract additional data elements during the chart review process as needed.
• Adhere to the ethical standards of coding as established by AAPC and/or AHIMA.
• Maintain required performance levels in coding quality and productivity as established by Optum
  360.
• Proficiency in coding infusions and injections based on coding guidelines and hierarchy.
• Provide documentation feedback to providers and query physicians when appropriate.
• Keep up‑to‑date coding knowledge by reviewing materials disseminated or recommended by Coding Supervisors.
• Participate in coding department meetings and educational events.
• Review and maintain a record of charts coded, held, or missing.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma/GED (or higher).
• Current coding credentials from AHIMA or AAPC (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS‑P, CPC or CPC‑H).
• 5+ years of coding experience.
• 2+ years of outpatient facility and professional coding experience.
• 2+ years of experience with Observation Coding and I&I Coding.
• 2+ years of ICD‑10 experience.
• Intermediate proficiency with Windows, MS Excel and EMR systems.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and reliable transportation.

• Paid Time Off with 8 paid holidays.
• Medical plans, Health Spending Account or Health Savings account.
• Dental, vision, life & AD&D insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Education reimbursement.
• Employee discounts and assistance programs.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Voluntary benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC insurance, etc.).

United Health 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.