Medical Coder

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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.

Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Medical Coder delivers quality care by ensuring our processes and documentation standards are met and maintained at the highest level. This means working behind the scenes to ensure a payer‑centric approach to care. As a Medical Coder you will suggest and review claim information and procedure codes for all specialties and health services. Ensuring proper records is just one way your work will impact the health and wellness of our members on a huge scale.

Schedule: A 40‑hour work week, Monday through Friday between the hours of 7 am to 7:00 pm. The schedule will be determined by the supervisor upon hire.

Location: National remote.

You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

• Analyzes and codes claim information in a timely and accurate manner
• Responsible for written explanations ensuring quality data and timely review
• Completes assigned work ensuring department benchmarks are met or exceeded consistently in accordance with current industry standards and use of current technologies
• Maintains professional skills and remains engaged in the goals and vision of the organization to ensure the department functions efficiently and accurately with integrity
• Performs other duties as assigned

• 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 discounts
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral bonus program
• Voluntary benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC insurance, etc.)
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You'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.

• High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
• Certified coder: CPC, COC, CCS or other applicable coding certification through the AAPC and/or AHIMA required. Will consider CPC‑A, or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Physician‑based (CCS‑P) certification through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and/or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) through American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
• 6+ months of experience/knowledge of durable medical equipment coding, professional fee billing, reimbursement and third‑party payers regulations
• 6+ months of experience/knowledge of medical terminology
• Access to a designated quiet workspace in your home (separated from non‑workspace areas) with the ability to secure Protected Health Information (PHI)
• Live in a location that can receive a United Health Group approved high‑speed internet connection or leverage an existing high‑speed internet service

• Intermediate level of computer proficiency of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point)
• Ability to work with individuals at all organizational levels, particularly peers, team members, other departments, patients, and the community is required

• Ability to work independently and as a team, and maintain good judgment and accountability
• Demonstrated ability to work well with health care providers
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast‑paced environment
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