Coding Quality Analyst Remote

UnitedHealth Group; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum Insight within UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Coding Quality Auditor to oversee regulatory compliance audits and coding quality across domestic sites. The role involves examining inpatient coding, partnering with CDI teams, and maintaining strong client relationships while upholding Optum360 values.

You’ll have the flexibility to telecommute from anywhere in the U.S. and work on improving risk management, quality, and revenue growth through responsible AI and data accuracy.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• AAPC or AHIMA (CCS, CPC, RHIT or RHIA) certification.
• 3+ years of Inpatient Facility coding and auditing experience.
• 1+ years collaborating with CDI and quality leadership to improve reimbursement and coding accuracy.
• 1+ years of experience with computer assisted coding technologies and EMR coding workflow.
• Intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Advanced organizational skills with ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal monitoring/auditing of inpatient coding charts to identify process gaps and address organizational risks.
• Analyze audit results to identify potential risks and communicate findings.
• Identify trends to identify potential compliance issues and communicate them.
• Provide quality feedback by completing internal coding quality audits to staff and leadership.
• Maintain expert knowledge of coding operations and ensure adherence to policies and standards.

Skills

Inpatient coding

Auditing

CDI collaboration

EMR coding workflow

Office software

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma/GED

AAPC or AHIMA certification

Job description

Optum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to help us deliver results that improve lives? Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Coding Quality Auditor is responsible for regulatory compliance audits, including but not limited to regulatory agencies, Quality metrics, and coding compliance. The Auditor will monitor changes to laws and regulations to ensure compliance with State and Federal laws, regulations and mandates. Establish and implement standard policies, procedures, and best practice across Optum Middle Revenue Cycle. This role is responsible for client facing meetings with the Quality Teams, CDI, and others directly related to accounts associated with prebill reviews, such as HAC/PSIs. This position must maintain solid client relationships and represent Optum360 in all aspects of its values.

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

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct internal monitoring/auditing of inpatient coding charts to identify process gaps and help the business address organizational risks
• Analyze results of audits and monitoring processes to identify potential risks (e.g., risk assessments), and communicate as needed
• Identify and analyze applicable patterns/trends (e.g., using data analysis, news reports, reported concerns) to identify potential compliance issues, and communicate as needed
• Provide quality performance feedback by completing internal coding quality audits to the coding specialist staff, coding team leadership, and coding educators
• Maintain and demonstrate expert knowledge of coding, coding operations, coding review of all coding staff (domestic and global) and best demonstrated coding practices; drives the integration of Optum360 Coding related business objectives within the client environment
• Serve as the expert of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Optum360's organizational integrity program, standards of conduct, as well as other policies and procedures to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior. Promotes a service-oriented culture within the organization and assures satisfaction with the quality and amount of support provided for departmental functions, initiatives, and projects
• Communicate the potential impact of compliance issues and risks on our business, operations, and consumers to applicable stakeholders, including both segment-specific and enterprise-wide implications
• Collaborate with applicable regulators (e.g., CMS) to prevent or address potential compliance issues within our organization
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across organization lines to help identify root causes of compliance issues, and support appropriate action to mitigate risk, as needed
• Develop and/or deliver training on compliance issues and risks to applicable audiences
• Consult with internal and external stakeholders to advocate and drive effectiveness of our compliance programs (e.g., government regulators, legal staff, vendors)
• Partner with applicable learning organizations as needed to develop/implement compliance training offerings (e.g., Learning & Development)
• Consult with applicable business partners to identify effective approaches to support/enforce compliance within their business
• Provide input on business training programs as needed to promote inclusion of appropriate compliance content (e.g., specialized compliance training)
• Assess and respond to the need for required compliance training among external stakeholders, as appropriate (e.g., vendors, delegated entities)
• Act as liaison for all external quality stakeholders which include but not limited to compliance, core measures, patient safety, and premier data integrity
• Support coding team leadership with quality data reporting and work with coding educators on opportunities for educational topics for coders
• Other duties as needed and assigned by Optum360 leadership

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.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• AAPC or AHIMA (CCS, CPC, RHIT or RHIA) certification
• 3+ years of Inpatient Facility coding and auditing experience
• 1+ years of experience working collaboratively with CDI and quality leadership in partnership to improve reimbursement and coding accuracy
• 1+ years of experience with computer assisted coding technologies and EMR (Electronic Medical Record) coding workflow
• Intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
• Advanced organizational skills required (ability to multi-task, produce rapid turnaround, and effectively manage multiple projects)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Outpatient coding experience in a coder or reviewer role
• Operational knowledge of health care related to Federal and State regulations, as well as standards from regulatory agencies and accrediting organizations (e.g., CMS, TJC)
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of individuals in executive, managerial and staff level positions. The incumbent frequently interacts with staff at the Corporate/National, Regional and Local organizations. May also interact with external parties, such as financial auditors, third party payer auditors, consultants, and various hospital associations
• Demonstrated ability to possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Optum360 and our client organization(s)

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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. The salary for this role will range from $60,200 - $107,400 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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 help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.