Senior Inpatient Facility Medical Coder

UnitedHealth Group; Eden Prairie (MN); À distance; USD 32 249 - 57 625; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid Time Off

Medical plans

401(k) savings plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education reimbursement

Employee discounts

Résumé du poste

UnitedHealth Group is looking for a Senior Inpatient Medical Coder for a remote position in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. The role involves coding inpatient services, requiring proficiency in ICD-10 coding and excellent organization skills. Applicants should have a high school diploma and professional coding certification, along with at least 3 years of experience in acute care settings. The position offers competitive pay from $23.41 to $41.83 per hour, healthcare benefits, paid time off, and an employee stock purchase plan.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or higher required.
• 3+ years of acute care inpatient medical coding experience.
• Professional coder certification with annual maintenance required.

Responsabilités

• Identify appropriate assignment of ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes.
• Maintain required levels of coding quality and productivity.
• Provide feedback to providers about documentation.

Connaissances

ICD-10-CM coding

ICD-10-PCS coding

Medical coding standards

Attention to detail

Technical application proficiency

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Professional coder certification (AHIMA/AAPC)

Outils

Encoder systems (eCAC, 3M, EPIC)

Microsoft Excel

Description du poste

Senior Inpatient Medical Coder

Optum is seeking a Senior Inpatient Medical Coder to provide coding services directly to providers. This virtual, remote position requires strong organization, self‑starter skills, and proficiency in technical applications. A previous successful remote work experience is preferred.

Training: 4 weeks of virtual training from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday‑Friday.

Telecommute flexibility: Telecommute from anywhere within the U.S.

Primary Responsibilities

• Identify appropriate assignment of ICD‑10‑CM and ICD‑10‑PCS codes for inpatient services in a hospital setting, considering DRG impact with reference to CC/MCC and adhering to official and client coding guidelines.
• Abstract additional data elements during the chart review process when coding, as needed.
• Adhere to the ethical standards of coding as established by AAPC and/or AHIMA.
• Maintain required levels of coding quality and productivity as established by Optum360.
• Provide documentation feedback to providers and query physicians when appropriate.
• Maintain up‑to‑date coding knowledge by reviewing materials from the QM Manager, Coding Operations Managers, and Director of Coding/Quality Management.
• Participate in coding department meetings and educational events.
• Review and maintain a record of coded, held, and/or missing charts.

Benefits and Compensation

• Paid Time Off (accrues with first pay period) plus 8 paid holidays.
• Medical plans with Health Spending or Health Savings account options.
• Dental, vision, life, AD&D, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• 401(k) savings plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Education reimbursement.
• Employee discounts.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC insurance.
• Additional information: http://uhg.hr/uhgbenefits

Hourly pay ranges from $23.41 to $41.83 per hour based on full‑time employment. Pay and benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or higher.
• Professional coder certification (AHIMA/AAPC) with annual credential maintenance (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS‑P, CPC, CPC‑H).
• 3+ years of acute care inpatient medical coding experience.
• 2+ years in a Level 2 or higher trauma center and/or teaching hospital, mastering complex procedures.
• 2+ years of ICD‑10‑CM, ICD‑10‑PCS and DRG coding experience.
• Ability to pass all pre‑employment requirements (drug screening, background check, coding assessment).

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of outpatient facility coding experience.
• Experience in a Level 1 trauma center.
• OSHPD reporting experience.
• Experience with encoder systems such as eCAC, 3M, EPIC.
• Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Excel, and EMR systems.
• Availability to work a 40‑hour weekly schedule with flexibility for overtime and occasional weekend work.

All telecommuters must adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

Sign‑On Bonus

Only available to external candidates.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status. We consider applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. We are a drug‑free workplace; candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.