Medical Coder

UnitedHealth Group • Saint Paul, MN

11d • $20 - $36 • Remote

About The Position

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. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The Medical Coder delivers quality care starts with ensuring our processes and documentation standards are being met and kept at the highest level possible. This means working behind the scenes ensuring 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 on 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 7:00pm. 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.

Requirements

• 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 UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service

Nice To Haves

• Intermediate level of computer proficiency of MS Office (MS 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
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely, conveying information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret information from others

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• 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.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees