Senior Medical Coder - National Remote

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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.

Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring.

Connecting. Growing together.

Optum Serve is dedicated to serving our nation's military and Veterans. We have the honor to support federal agencies in their efforts to advance the United States health care system and improve the overall health and well-being of all those who serve or have served our country.

Our health services are designed to help everyone live healthier lives.

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

Primary Responsibilities :

• Consistently exhibits behavior and communication skills that demonstrate commitment to superior customer service, including quality and care and concern with each and every internal and external customer
• Represents the Company in a professional manner, following all Company policies and procedures
• Uses, protects, and discloses patients’ protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards
• Complies with all aspects of Coding and Corporate Compliance standards
• Abides by all ethical standards and adheres to official coding guidelines
• Conducts physician chart audits (includes research and presentation)
• Assists with implementation of billing policies and procedures in all centers
• Assists with formal training programs for physicians and clinical staff by determining training needs
• Responsible for maintaining current knowledge of coding guidelines and relevant federal regulations through the use of current CPT-4, HCPCS II, and ICD-10 materials, the Federal Register, and other pertinent materials
• Enhances professional growth and development through in-service meetings, educational programs, conferences, etc.

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.

Required Qualifications :

• High School Diploma / GED (or higher)
• AAPC approved Coding Certification program
• CPC or RHIT Certification
• 1+ years of experience of coding in a Primary Care environment

Preferred Qualification :

• Supervisory experience
• All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

California, Colorado, Nevada, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Hawaii, Washington or Washington, D.C. Residents Only : The hourly range for California, Colorado, Nevada, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Hawaii, Washington or Washington, D.

C.residents is $23.22 to $45.43 per hour.Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc.

UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable.In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Application Deadline : This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected.

Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone.

We believe everyone of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life.

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.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere : UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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