Medical Coder - Orthopedics and Podiatry Services

UnitedHealth Group; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a professional CPC coder experienced in Orthopedics. This role allows telecommuting within the U.S. and focuses on accurately coding outpatient hospital accounts.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, a CPC certification, and knowledge of Medicare guidelines. A comprehensive benefits package is included, with competitive hourly pay ranging from $20 to $36 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of pro-fee coding experience in Orthopedics and podiatry services.
• Intermediate knowledge of Medicare guidelines and modifier application.
• Moderate work experience within own function.

Responsibilities

• Assign accurate diagnostic and procedure codes according to clinical documentation.
• Monitor assigned work queues to ensure timely coding.
• Generate coding queries for clarification regarding physician documentation.

Skills

Professional CPC coder certification

Pro-fee coding experience in Orthopedics

Knowledge of Medicare guidelines

Experience in Epic

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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.

Flexibility: Telecommute from anywhere within the U.S. while handling tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assign accurate diagnostic and procedure codes according to clinical documentation and official coding guidelines for outpatient hospital professional accounts.
• Assign CPT and ICD-10 codes.
• Monitor assigned work queues to ensure all records are charged/coded in a timely manner.
• Generate coding queries for clarification regarding physician documentation as needed.
• Stay abreast of all changes in coding conventions and coding updates.
• Manage significant workload and work efficiently under pressure meeting established deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Moderate work experience within own function.
• Some work is completed without established procedures.
• Basic tasks are completed without review by others.
• Supervision or guidance is required for higher-level tasks.

You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and provide clear direction on success, along with development opportunities for roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Professional CPC coder certification with credentialing from AHIMA and/or AAPC, maintained annually.
• 5+ years pro-fee coding experience in Orthopedics and podiatry services.
• Intermediate knowledge of Medicare guidelines and modifier application.
• Intermediate level of experience in Epic and working with denials.

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

Pay is based on several factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20 to $36 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.

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.