Remote Orthopedics & Podiatry Medical Coder (CPC)

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

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Coding Specialist to apply accurate CPT/ICD-10 codes for outpatient hospital professional accounts, including Orthopedics and podiatry services. The role requires CPC certification and AHIMA/AAPC credentialing, with 5+ years of pro-fee coding experience and proficiency in Epic.

Hybrid telecommuting is available within the U.S., and performance-based incentives plus a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Professional CPC coder certification with credentialing from AHIMA and/or AAPC to be 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.

Responsibilities

• Assigns accurate diagnostic and procedure codes according to clinical documentation and official coding guidelines for outpatient hospital professional accounts.
• Assigns CPT and ICD-10 codes.
• Monitors assigned work queues to ensure all records are charged/coded in a timely manner.
• Generates coding queries for clarification regarding physician documentation as needed.
• Stays abreast of all changes in coding conventions and coding updates.
• Ability to manage significant workload, and to work efficiently under pressure meeting established deadlines with minimal supervision.

Skills

CPC certification

AHIMA/AAPC credentialing

Pro-fee coding in Orthopedics & podiat

Medicare guidelines knowledge

Epic experience

Denials management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Epic

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Coding Specialist to apply accurate CPT/ICD-10 codes for outpatient hospital professional accounts, including Orthopedics and podiatry services. The role requires CPC certification and AHIMA/AAPC credentialing, with 5+ years of pro-fee coding experience and proficiency in Epic.

Hybrid telecommuting is available within the U.S., and performance-based incentives plus a comprehensive benefits package are offered.