M&R Clinical Investigator

Optum; Plymouth (MN); Remote; USD 33,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Optum is seeking a skilled M&R Clinical Investigator to verify claims against medical records. You will review CPT/HCPCS/ICD codes, ensure compliant coding, and support pre-payment decisions in a telecommuting setup across the United States, with strong collaboration across teams.

You will analyze clinical data, interpret policies, and communicate findings clearly to providers. The role emphasizes chart reviews, fraud/waste detection, and adherence to regulatory guidelines in a flexible

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certified coder AHIMA or AAPC CPC/CCS/CCS-P, or licensed nurse with auditing experience.
• 2+ years of AHIMA or AAPC coding experience with CPT/HCPCS/ICD-10/CM/PCS.
• 1+ year in a team, metric-driven environment with daily production and quality standards.
• Strong medical record review knowledge and regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Performs quality audits of clinical review cases for CPT, HCPCS and modifiers in a telecommuting setting.
• Determines accuracy of coding and payment recommendations for pre-payment claims.
• Communicates with Medical Directors and reviews state/federal mandates and policies.
• Applies Evaluation and Management coding principles to determine service levels.
• Ensures adherence to compliance and reimbursement policies.
• Identifies aberrant billing patterns and flags providers for review.

Skills

Medical coding experience

Clinical review analysis

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma/GED

AHIMA or AAPC certification

Nurse license (RN/LPN)

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe applications

Job description

$2,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS

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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.

The M&R Clinical Investigator

The M&R Clinical Investigator is required to determine the accuracy of claims submitted by a provider to UnitedHealth Group by comparing it to the medical record(s) submitted for the date(s) of service being reviewed. They must be able to exercise judgement/decision making on complex payment decisions that directly impacts the provider and UHC/Client by following state and government compliance guidelines, coding requirements and policies. They must confidently analyze and interpret data and medical records/documentation on a daily basis to understand historical claims activity, determine validity and demonstrate their ability to provide written communication to the provider. They are responsible to investigate, review and provide clinical and/or coding expertise in a review of pre-payment claims. They need to effectively manage their caseload and monthly metrics in a production driven environment and ensure they are meeting all compliance turnaround times mandated by the client. The Senior Recovery Resolution Analyst must be proficient in computer skills and able to navigate multiple systems at one time with varying levels of complexity. They must have the ability to research and work independently on making decisions on complex cases.

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

Primary Responsibilities

• Performs quality audits of clinical review cases of CPT, HCPCS, and modifiers assigned to codes on claims in a telecommuting work environment
• Determines accuracy of medical coding/billing and payment recommendation for pre-payment claims
• This could include Medical Director/physician consultations, interpretation of state and federal mandates, applicable benefit language, medical and reimbursement policies and consideration of relevant clinical information
• Determines appropriate level of service utilizing Evaluation and Management coding principles
• Ensures adherence to state and federal compliance policies, reimbursement policies and contract compliance
• Identifies aberrant billing patterns and trends, evidence of fraud, waste or abuse, and recommends providers to be flagged for review
• Maintains and manages daily case review assignments, with accountability to quality, utilization and productivity standards
• Provides clinical support and expertise to the other investigative and analytical areas
• Participates in team and department meetings
• Engages in a collaborative work environment when applicable but is also able to work independently
• Serves as a clinical resource to other areas within the clinical investigative team
• Work with applicable business partners to obtain additional information relevant to the clinical review

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
• Certified Coder AHIMA or AAPC Certified coder (CPC, CCS, CCS-P) or Nurse (RN, LPN) with unrestricted and active license/certification with medical record auditing and coding/billing experience
• 2+ years of experience as a AHIMA or AAPC Certified coder with 2+ years of CPT/HCPCS/ICD - 10/CM/PCS coding experience or Licensed nurse with medical record auditing and coding/billing experience
• 1+ years of working in a team atmosphere in a metric driven environment including; daily production standards and quality standards
• Advanced level of experience with medical record review
• Intermediate to advanced level of knowledge of health insurance business, industry terminology, and regulatory guidelines
• Basic to intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft & Adobe applications (outlook, power point, word, excel, pdf)
• Beginner level of knowledge including CPT/HCPCS/Modifiers (Medical necessity and DRG review experience is not applicable to this position)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Healthcare claims experience/processing experience
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interpret data
• Experience with Fraud Waste & Abuse or Payment Integrity
• Experience with subsequent or reconsideration reviews for FWAE
• Strong analytical mindset working with medical terminology or coding
• Must be proficient and able to navigate and maneuver multiple systems at one time with varying levels of complexity
• Must have strong computer skills with the ability to troubleshoot problems
• All Telecommuters 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 hourly pay for this role will range from $24 - $43 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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

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.

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

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