Coding Quality Analyst - 2317285

UnitedHealth Group; Minneapolis (MN); Remote; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Coding Quality Analyst to ensure accurate coding and auditing of medical records. This position allows remote work across the U.S. Candidates need a high school diploma and an active coding certification, along with at least one year of ICD-10 experience. This role offers competitive hourly pay between $23.41 and $41.83, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

401k contribution

Qualifications

• 1+ years of ICD-10 coding experience.
• Intermediate level of knowledge in HCC Coding guidelines.
• Technical expertise in ICD-10-CM.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records for accurate ICD-10-CM coding.
• Process attestation sheets and progress notes.
• Identify and report quality concerns.

Skills

Attention to detail

Deadline driven

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Active Coding Certification (CPC, CCS, RHIT, or RHIA)

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Overview

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.

Position

The Coding Quality Analyst provides coding and coding auditing services. This includes the analysis and translation of medical and clinical diagnoses, procedures, injuries, or illnesses into designated numerical codes. The Coding Quality Analyst is the next step of the coding process and ensures that valid Hierarchal Coding Conditions are being presented to our clients and to CMS. Intense focus, attention to detail, and due diligence are paramount for this role.

Work Arrangement

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

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform a detailed review of medical records to ensure the ICD-10-CM code(s) was coded correctly during the coding and / or auditing process
• Process attestation sheets and progress notes out of the proprietary software work queues according to department guidelines
• Performs the minimum number of validations consistent with established departmental goal
• Identify and report quality concerns and errors to management for review and education
• Performs all other related duties as assigned

Compensation and Benefits

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to 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). The hourly pay for this role will range from $23.41 to $41.83 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
• Active and unrestricted Coding Certification (CPC or CCS or RHIT or RHIA)
• 1+ years of ICD-10 coding experience
• Intermediate level of knowledge of HCC Coding guidelines
• Intermediate level of proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel & Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

• Outpatient Coding experience
• Physician's office/hospital experience
• Experience with Natural Language Processing (NLP) technology
• Compliance with accuracy requirements
• Technical expertise in ICD-10-CM

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to perform in a deadline driven environment
• Ability to maintain professionalism and a positive service attitude at all times

Policy and Compliance

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

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

Application Details

This posting will be available 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.

About UnitedHealth Group

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 equitable care and to mitigating our environmental impact. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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