Medical Coder
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. You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities Codes medical records using coding classifications to ensure data integrity and proper assignments Analyzes medical records to ensure accurate coding and sends provider feedback to improve the quality of documentation Collects and abstracts data elements per CMS, AMA, local FI's Addresses unbilled and incomplete records Identifies and suggests areas of improvement in high compliance risk coding areas May guide work of associate staff Working through work queues as assigned Duties as assigned You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
- Professional coder certification with credentialing from AHIMA and/or AAPC (CCS, RHIA, RHIT, CIC, CPC, COC, CPC-P) to be maintained annually
- 2+ years of coding experience
- Must be 18 years of age OR older
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Administration
- Associate's or Vocational degree in Health Information Technician
- Coding experience for credentialed RHIT or RHIA
- Experience in ICD10 and CPT
- Epic experience
Responsibilities
- Codes medical records using coding classifications to ensure data integrity and proper assignments
- Analyzes medical records to ensure accurate coding and sends provider feedback to improve the quality of documentation
- Collects and abstracts data elements per CMS, AMA, local FI's
- Addresses unbilled and incomplete records
- Identifies and suggests areas of improvement in high compliance risk coding areas
- May guide work of associate staff
- Working through work queues as assigned
- Duties as assigned
Benefits
- 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).
- No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
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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
