Remote Outpatient Medical Coder – ICD-10/CPT Expert

Sustainable World, Inc.; Eden Prairie (MN); Hybrid; USD 57,308,000 - 103,155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a healthcare coder skilled in facility outpatient coding, including Observation, to ensure accurate ICD-10 and CPT coding per client and official guidelines.

The role emphasizes adherence to AHIMA/AAPC ethical standards, ongoing education, and maintaining high quality and productivity within the coding team. Remote telecommuting within the U.S. is supported as part of a flexible work arrangement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Professional coder certification with AHIMA and/or AAPC (CCA, CCS, RHIA, RHIT, CPC-H/COC, CIC, CCS-P, CPC) maintained annually.
• 2+ years of experience with ICD-10, CPT, and modifiers.
• 2+ years of observation coding experience.
• Proficient with Windows, Microsoft Excel, and EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Code ICD-10, CPT and modifiers for facility services per guidelines.
• Assign codes for facility services, including Observation, per official guidelines.
• Adhere to AHIMA and/or AAPC ethical standards in coding.
• Maintain required coding quality and productivity per department standards.
• Understand APC codes and Medicare NCCI, LCD and NCD policies.
• Query physicians when appropriate to ensure accurate coding.
• Keep up-to-date coding knowledge via QM/Director guidance and educational events.

Skills

ICD-10 coding

CPT coding

Observation coding

EMR systems

Excel

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

AHIMA/AAPC certification

Tools

EMR software

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a healthcare coder skilled in facility outpatient coding, including Observation, to ensure accurate ICD-10 and CPT coding per client and official guidelines.

The role emphasizes adherence to AHIMA/AAPC ethical standards, ongoing education, and maintaining high quality and productivity within the coding team. Remote telecommuting within the U.S. is supported as part of a flexible work arrangement.