Surgical Medical Coder - National Remote

Optum; Hackensack (NJ); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Surgical Medical Coder to provide coding and auditing services that ensure quality care and accurate data management. This role allows for flexible telecommuting from anywhere within the U.S. and offers an engaging work environment focused on health equity and community impact. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion while you contribute to improving health outcomes across the nation. If you're passionate about coding and making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Incentive Programs

Stock Purchase Options

401(k) Plan

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience with ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• Professional coder certification from AHIMA and/or AAPC required.

Responsibilities

• Assign accurate diagnostic and procedure codes based on clinical documentation.
• Monitor work queues to ensure timely coding of records.

Skills

ICD-10 Coding

CPT Coding

Surgical Coding

Data Management

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Professional Coder Certification

Tools

EMR Systems

MS Excel

Encoder Pro

EPIC

Job description

Surgical Medical Coder - National Remote

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About Optum: Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people live healthier lives. We are committed to improving health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data, and resources they need. Our culture is guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. Join us to make an impact on communities and advance health equity globally.

Role Overview: As a Medical Coder, you will provide coding and auditing services directly to providers. Your work ensures our documentation standards are met, supporting quality care and accurate data management across our healthcare system.

Work Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), Monday to Friday, with flexible scheduling in consultation with your manager. Telecommuting from anywhere within the U.S. is supported.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assign accurate diagnostic and procedure codes based on clinical documentation and coding guidelines for outpatient hospital accounts.
• Monitor work queues to ensure timely coding of records.
• Generate coding queries for clarification of physician documentation as needed.
• Stay updated on coding conventions and updates.
• Manage workload efficiently under pressure, meeting deadlines with minimal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or higher.
• Professional coder certification from AHIMA and/or AAPC (e.g., CPC, RHIT, RHIA, CCS, COC, CPC-P), maintained annually.
• At least 2 years of experience with PCs in a Windows environment, including MS Excel and EMR systems.
• At least 2 years of experience with ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• Surgical coding experience, particularly with Plastics and/or Otolaryngology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Over 2 years of post-certification medical coding experience.
• Over 1 year of outpatient physician coding (Pro-Fee).
• Experience with encoder systems like Encoder Pro or EPIC.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range is $19.86 to $38.85, based on experience, education, certifications, and local labor markets. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, incentive programs, stock purchase options, and 401(k). We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Candidates must pass a drug test prior to employment.

Additional Information

Application deadline: Minimum 2 business days, subject to early removal due to volume.

We are dedicated to health equity, environmental sustainability, and providing equitable care. We support applicants with arrest or conviction records per the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.