Remote Outpatient Medical Coder – ICD-10/CPT Expert

divvyDOSE; United States; Remote; USD 42,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an Outpatient Coding Specialist to expertly assign ICD-10, CPT and modifiers for facility services. This remote, full-time role requires AHIMA/AAPC certification and 2+ years of ER coding experience.

Responsibilities include maintaining coding quality and productivity, staying current with coding policies, and querying physicians when necessary. Telecommute from anywhere in the U.S. with secure work space and internet.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Professional coder certification (AHIMA and/or AAPC) must be maintained annually.
• 2+ years of ICD-10, CPT, facility charging, and modifiers experience.
• 2+ years of Emergency Room coding experience.
• Proficient in Windows, Excel, and EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Code facility outpatient services with ICD-10, CPT and modifiers per guidelines.
• Adhere to AAPC/AHIMA ethical standards and coding guidelines.
• Maintain performance in coding quality and productivity as directed.
• Stay updated on ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, NCCI, LCD and NCD policies.
• Collaborate with physicians to query when needed.

Skills

ICD-10

CPT

HCPCS

ER coding

Excel

EMR systems

attention to detail

communication

Education

HS Diploma/GED

AHIMA/AAPC certification

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an Outpatient Coding Specialist to expertly assign ICD-10, CPT and modifiers for facility services. This remote, full-time role requires AHIMA/AAPC certification and 2+ years of ER coding experience.

Responsibilities include maintaining coding quality and productivity, staying current with coding policies, and querying physicians when necessary. Telecommute from anywhere in the U.S. with secure work space and internet.