Remote Outpatient Observation Coder – ICD-10/CPT Expert

UMR; Minnetonka (MN); Remote; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution

Incentive and recognition programs

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group’s Optum is hiring a remote Medical Coder to assign CPT and ICD-10 codes for outpatient Ambulatory Observation services. You will ensure alignment with coding guidelines, perform edits analysis, and maintain up‑to‑date knowledge through QM Manager oversight.

The role requires AHIMA/AAPC credentials and 2+ years of ICD-10 experience, with strong Excel and EMR skills. A comprehensive benefits package and career development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• AHIMA or AAPC credentials (RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CCS-P/CPC/CPC-H) required with 2+ years in Same Day Surgery Coding.
• 2+ years experience with observation.
• 2+ years ICD-10 experience.
• Proficiency with Windows environment including MS Excel and EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify assignment of CPT and ICD-10 Codes for outpatient Ambulatory Observation services following guidelines.
• Apply coding knowledge to analyze/correct CCI Edits and Medical Necessity Edits.
• Understand Medicare Ambulatory Payment Classification (APC) codes.
• Abstract additional data elements during chart review when coding.
• Adhere to coding ethics per AAPC/AHIMA and maintain performance levels.
• Provide documentation feedback to providers and query physicians when needed.
• Maintain up-to-date coding knowledge from QM Manager and Director of Coding/Quality Management.
• Participate in coding department meetings and educational events.
• Review and maintain records of coded charts, held and missing.

Skills

CPT coding

ICD-10 coding

AHIMA/AAPC credentials

Windows + Excel

EMR systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Windows

EMR software

Job description

UnitedHealth Group’s Optum is hiring a remote Medical Coder to assign CPT and ICD-10 codes for outpatient Ambulatory Observation services. You will ensure alignment with coding guidelines, perform edits analysis, and maintain up‑to‑date knowledge through QM Manager oversight.

The role requires AHIMA/AAPC credentials and 2+ years of ICD-10 experience, with strong Excel and EMR skills. A comprehensive benefits package and career development opportunities are available.