Senior Inpatient Coding Specialist – Remote

Optum; Eden Prairie (MN); Remote; USD 33,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Optum is seeking a qualified coder to assign ICD-10 CM/PCS and DRGs for inpatient facility services, adhering to official guidelines and client-specific rules. The role emphasizes high-quality coding, ethics, and continuous knowledge updates.

You will review charts, query physicians when needed, and participate in departmental meetings. A strong background in inpatient coding and AHIMA/AAPC credentials is required, with telecommuting options within the U.S.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with Inpatient Edits/Denials coding in an acute care facility setting.
• 3+ years of experience with ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and DRG coding utilizing an encoder.
• Intermediate level of proficiency working with PC in a Windows environment, including Microsoft Excel and various EMR systems with ease.

Responsibilities

• Identify appropriate assignment of ICD-10 CM, ICD-10-PCS, DRG, and abstraction for facility services while adhering to coding guidelines.
• Expert knowledge in Inpatient DRG Coding.
• Abstract additional data elements during chart reviews when coding, as needed.
• Adhere to ethical standards of coding per AAPC/AHIMA.
• Maintain performance in coding quality and productivity as directed by Optum.
• Query physicians when appropriate.
• Stay updated with coding knowledge from QM Manager and Directors.
• Participate in coding department meetings and educational events.
• Additional responsibilities as identified by manager.

Skills

Inpatient coding

ICD-10-CM/PCS/DRG

Excel/EMR proficiency

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Optum is seeking a qualified coder to assign ICD-10 CM/PCS and DRGs for inpatient facility services, adhering to official guidelines and client-specific rules. The role emphasizes high-quality coding, ethics, and continuous knowledge updates.

You will review charts, query physicians when needed, and participate in departmental meetings. A strong background in inpatient coding and AHIMA/AAPC credentials is required, with telecommuting options within the U.S.