Medical Coder - Emergency Department

About the role

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Responsibilities

• Expert knowledge in all facility outpatient coding types: Emergency Department
• Identify appropriate assignment of ICD-10 Codes, CPT and modifiers for facility services while adhering to the official coding guidelines and established client coding guidelines of the assigned facility
• Adhere to the ethical standards of coding as established by AAPC and/or AHIMA
• Adhere to and maintain required levels of performance in both coding quality and productivity as established by Optum
• Understand the Medicare Ambulatory Payment Classification (APC) codes
• Query physicians and forms when appropriate
• Knowledge of ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS coding systems, strong medical terminology
• Knowledge of NCCI edit policies, Medicare LCD and NCD policies
• Knowledge of professional ER leveling
• Maintain up-to-date coding knowledge by reviewing materials disseminated / recommended by the QM Manager, Coding Operations Managers, and Director of Coding / Quality Management, among others
• Participate in coding department meetings and educational events
• Additional responsibilities as identified by manager

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 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
• 2+ years of experience with ICD-10, CPT, facility charging, and modifiers
• 2+ years of experience in Emergency Room coding
• Intermediate level of experience working with a PC in a Windows environment, including Microsoft Excel (create and edit spreadsheets) and various EMR systems with ease
• Intermediate level of attention to detail, accuracy and communication
• Telecommuting Requirements: Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy; Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable); Must live in a location where there is a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service; All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution

All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

Pay

The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 to $36.00 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Schedule

This position is full-time (40 hours/week) Monday-Friday, normal business hours. Occasional overtime may be required based on business need. Flexibility to telecommute from anywhere within the U.S.