Remote Inpatient DRG Coding Lead – ICD-10 Expert

UMR; United States; Remote; USD 33,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum is seeking a skilled inpatient coder to assign ICD-10-CM/PCS and DRG for facility services, ensuring adherence to official coding guidelines and client-specific rules. The role emphasizes accuracy, ethics, and ongoing learning within a collaborative coding team.

The position is full-time with 40 hours/week. Remote work is possible from anywhere in the U.S. Proficiency in Excel and EMR systems is required, with weekend/overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Active AHIMA or AAPC coding credential with annual maintenance.
• 3+ years of inpatient DRG coding in an acute care setting.
• 3+ years of ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS and DRG coding using an encoder.

Responsibilities

• Identify assignment of ICD-10 CM, ICD-10-PCS, DRG for facility services per guidelines.
• Expert knowledge in Inpatient DRG Coding.
• Abstract additional data elements during chart review as needed.
• Adhere to coding ethics and guidelines (AAPC/AHIMA).
• Maintain performance in coding quality and productivity as established by leadership.
• Stay up-to-date with QM materials and departmental communications.
• Participate in coding department meetings and educational events.

Skills

DRG coding

AHIMA/AAPC credentialing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

EMR systems

Job description

Optum is seeking a skilled inpatient coder to assign ICD-10-CM/PCS and DRG for facility services, ensuring adherence to official coding guidelines and client-specific rules. The role emphasizes accuracy, ethics, and ongoing learning within a collaborative coding team.

The position is full-time with 40 hours/week. Remote work is possible from anywhere in the U.S. Proficiency in Excel and EMR systems is required, with weekend/overtime as needed.