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Medical Coder - National Remote

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Rowlett
Posted on: May 20, 2023

Job Description:

You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.For you, it's all about the details. Because you understand that getting everything exactly right ultimately helps people live healthier lives. Here at UnitedHealth Group, we couldn't agree more. If you want to play a role in inventing the future of health care, here's your opportunity. Join us today.At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us and start doing your life's best work.SMThis position is full-time (40 hours/week) Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 5:00am - 5:00pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.--We offer 2-3 weeks of paid training. The hours during training will be 7am to 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday.----The key challenge of this role centers around your ability to work quickly, accurately and independently. You'll be challenged with daily production goals as well as maintaining a high accuracy rate to achieve your quality goals. Extensive use of electronic medical records in an ICD-10 environment is also required.*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.Primary Responsibilities

  • Receive assigned provider inquiries and perform a code review on both professional and facility claims
  • Make determinations on cases after a coding review is complete
  • Review various edits on cases and complete audit of medical records received to ensure proper editing is applied
  • Review medical charts electronically
  • Abstract and code diagnosis and procedures from the medical record
  • Review and supply procedure and diagnosis codes for benefit coding requests
  • Document requested information from the medical record
  • Perform ongoing analysis of medical record charts for the appropriate coding complianceYou'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)
    • 1+ years of medical coding experience with CPT
    • 1+ years of medical coding experience with ICD-10
    • 1+ years of medical coding experience with HCC
    • Active coding certification to include ONE of the following: CPC, CPC-H, CCS, CCS-P (excluding Apprenticeship certifications)
    • Ability to work full-time Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 5:00am - 5:00pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.--Preferred Qualifications:
      • Facility based coding experience
      • Managed care experience
      • Pharmacology knowledge
      • AAPC credentials--Telecommuting Requirements:
        • Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacyAbility to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet serviceCareers with UnitedHealthcare. Let's talk about opportunity. Start with a Fortune 5 organization that's serving more than 85 million people already and building the industry's singular reputation for bold ideas and impeccable execution. Now, add your energy, your passion for excellence, your near-obsession with driving change for the better. Get the picture? UnitedHealthcare is serving employers and individuals, states and communities, military families and veterans where ever they're found across the globe. We bring them the resources of an industry leader and a commitment to improve their lives that's second to none. This is no small opportunity. It's where you can do your life's best work.SMCalifornia, Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, Washington or New York, Rhode Island Residents Only: The salary range for California / Colorado / Connecticut / Nevada / Washington / New York / Rhode Island residents is $18.80 - $36.78.Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentivesAt 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.#RPO #YELLOW------------------

Keywords: UnitedHealth Group, Rowlett , Medical Coder - National Remote, Healthcare , Rowlett, Texas

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