Remote Observations Medical Coder (ICD-10/CPT)

UnitedHealthcare; United States; Remote; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealthcare is seeking a SDS/Observations Medical Coder for a full-time role. The position offers telecommuting from anywhere in the U.S. and focuses on CPT/ICD-10 coding for outpatient ambulatory observation services per guidelines.

The ideal candidate holds AHIMA or AAPC credentials (RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CCS-P/CPC or CPC-H), has 2+ years in outpatient facility coding, Same Day Surgery coding, ICD-10 experience, and proficiency with EMR and Excel.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Current coding credentials from AHIMA or AAPC (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, CPC or CPC-H).
• 2+ years outpatient facility coding experience; 2+ years Same Day Surgery Coding; 2+ years ICD-10 experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify appropriate CPT and ICD-10 code assignments for outpatient Ambulatory Observation services.
• Analyze/correct CCI Edits and Medical Necessity Edits per guidelines.
• Maintain up-to-date coding knowledge and provide feedback to providers.
• Participate in coding department meetings and reviews.

Skills

Outpatient facility coding

Same Day Surgery coding

ICD-10 experience

EMR systems

Education

AHIMA or AAPC credentials (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, CPC or CPC-H)

Tools

MS Excel

EMR systems

Job description

UnitedHealthcare is seeking a SDS/Observations Medical Coder for a full-time role. The position offers telecommuting from anywhere in the U.S. and focuses on CPT/ICD-10 coding for outpatient ambulatory observation services per guidelines.

The ideal candidate holds AHIMA or AAPC credentials (RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CCS-P/CPC or CPC-H), has 2+ years in outpatient facility coding, Same Day Surgery coding, ICD-10 experience, and proficiency with EMR and Excel.