Acute Facility CVIR Medical Coder | Eden Prairie, Minnesota | Remote

UnitedHealth Group; United States; Remote; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) contribution

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Coding Specialist to identify CPT and ICD-10 coding for outpatient Interventional Radiology services, adhering to guidelines. The role supports remote work within the U.S. and requires AHIMA/AAPC credential, ICD-10 proficiency, and 2+ years of IR outpatient coding experience.

In addition to competitive pay ranging from $20 to $36 per hour, the position offers comprehensive benefits and a collaborative team focused on improving health outcomes at scale.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED.
• AHIMA/AAPC coding credential maintained annually.
• 2+ years of outpatient facility interventional radiology coding experience.
• 2+ years of ICD-10 experience.
• Proficient in Windows PC environment, including Excel and EMR systems.
• Able to work 40 hours per week, with occasional overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Identify CPT/ICD-10 coding for outpatient IR services per guidelines.
• Apply coding knowledge to CCI edits and medical necessity edits.
• Understand APC codes and abstract data during chart review.
• Maintain up-to-date coding knowledge and participate in meetings.
• Provide documentation feedback to providers and query physicians when needed.

Skills

Medical coding

ICD-10 coding

Microsoft Excel

EMR systems

Remote work

Education

AHIMA or AAPC coding credential

Tools

Encoder systems (eCAC, 3M, EPIC)

Job description

Optum Coding SpecialistOptum 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'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

• Identify appropriate assignment of CPT and ICD-10 Codes for outpatient Acute Interventional Radiology services while adhering to the official coding guidelines and established client coding guidelines of the assigned facility
• Apply coding knowledge to analyze/correct CCI Edits and Medical Necessity Edits
• Understand the Medicare Ambulatory Payment Classification (APC) codes
• Abstract additional data elements during the chart review process when coding, as needed
• Adhere to the ethical standards of coding as established by AAPC and/or AHIMA
• Adhere to and maintain required levels of performance in both coding quality and productivity as established by Optum
• Provide documentation feedback to providers, as needed, and query physicians when appropriate
• Maintain up-to-date coding knowledge by reviewing materials disseminated / recommended by the QM Manager, Coding Operations Managers, and Director of Coding / Quality Management, among others
• Participate in coding department meetings and educational events
• Review and maintain a record of charts coded, held, and / or missing
• Additional responsibilities as identified by manager

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED
• Professional coder certification with credentialing from AHIMA and/or AAPC (CCA, CCS, RHIA, RHIT, CPC-H/COC, CIC, CCS-P, CPC, and CPC-A) to be maintained annually
• 2+ years of Outpatient Facility Interventional Radiology coding experience
• 2+ years of ICD-10 experience
• Ability to use a PC in a Windows environment, including Microsoft Excel and EMR systems
• Ability to work 40 hours a week 5 days per week including the flexibility to work occasional overtime per business needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with various encoder systems (eCAC, 3M, EPIC)
• Intermediate level of experience with Microsoft Excel (create, data entry, save)

Telecommuting Requirements

• Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy
• Ability 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 service*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

Pay and Benefits

The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 to $36.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

• incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)
• a comprehensive benefits package

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