Senior Inpatient DRG Coder – Remote

UnitedHealth Group; United States; Remote; USD 32,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an experienced inpatient coder for remote work from anywhere in the United States. The role focuses on accurate ICD-10-CM/PCS coding, DRG assignments, and chart reviews to support facility coding operations.

Qualified candidates will have AHIMA or AAPC credentials, 3+ years in DRG coding, and strong Excel/EMR proficiency. Occasional overtime or weekend work may be required to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED (or higher).
• Professional coder certification with credentialing from AHIMA and/or AAPC (CCA, CCS, RHIA, RHIT, CPC-H/COC, CIC, CCS-P, CPC) to be maintained annually.
• 3+ years of inpatient DRG coding experience in an acute care facility.
• 3+ years of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and DRG coding experience using an encoder.
• Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Excel; familiarity with EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify assignment of ICD-10 CM/PCS, DRG, and abstraction for facility services per guidelines.
• Demonstrate expert knowledge in Inpatient DRG Coding.
• Abstract additional data during chart review as needed.
• Maintain coding quality and productivity per Optum standards.
• Query physicians when appropriate.
• Keep current coding knowledge through QM Manager and Director updates.
• Participate in coding department meetings and training.
• Handle additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Inpatient DRG coding

ICD-10-CM/PCS

MS Excel

EMR systems

Education

AHIMA/AAPC certification credential (CCA, CCS, RHIA, RHIT, CPC-H/COC, CIC, CCS-P, CPC)

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

EMR systems

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an experienced inpatient coder for remote work from anywhere in the United States. The role focuses on accurate ICD-10-CM/PCS coding, DRG assignments, and chart reviews to support facility coding operations.

Qualified candidates will have AHIMA or AAPC credentials, 3+ years in DRG coding, and strong Excel/EMR proficiency. Occasional overtime or weekend work may be required to meet deadlines.