Hospital Outpatient Coder - Ssm - Remote
Company: Unitedhealth Group
Location: Cedar Hill
Posted on: July 30, 2022
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Job Description:
$3000 Sign On Bonus For External CandidatesYoull enjoy the
flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you
take on some tough challenges. This opportunity is with one of our
most exciting business areas: Optum a growing part of our family of
companies that make UnitedHealth Group a Fortune 5 leader.Optum
helps nearly 60 million Americans live their lives to the fullest
by educating them about their symptoms, conditions, and treatments;
helping them to navigate the system, finance their healthcare needs
and stay on track with their health goals. No other business
touches so many lives in such a positive way. And we do it all with
every action focused on our shared values of Integrity, Compassion,
Relationships, Innovation & Performance.Were focused on improving
the health of our members, enhancing our operational effectiveness,
and reinforcing our reputation for high-quality health services. As
a Medical Coder, you will provide coding and coding auditing
services directly to providers. You'll play a key part in healing
the health system by making sure our high standards for
documentation processes are being met. What makes your clinical
career greater with UnitedHealth Group? Youll work within an
incredible team culture; a clinical and businesscollaboration that
is learning and evolving every day. And, when you contribute,
you'll open doors for yourself that simply do not exist in any
other organization, anywhere.As a part of our continued growth, we
are searching for a new Medical Coder to join our team...This
position is full-time. Employees are required to have flexibility
to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal
business hours of 5am 5pm. It may be necessary, given the business
need, to work occasional overtime. *All Telecommuters will be
required to adhere to UnitedHealth Groups Telecommuter
Policy.Primary Responsibilities:Assigns accurate diagnostic and
procedure codes according to clinical documentation and official
coding guidelines for inpatient and/or outpatient hospital
accounts.Reviews HCPCS charges and codes for appropriateness of
modifiers in relation to NCCI/CCI edits, when appropriate Enters
accurate charge information, when appropriateMonitors assigned work
queues to ensure all records are charged/coded in a timely
matter.Generates coding queries for clarification regarding
physician documentation as neededStays abreast of all changes in
coding conventions and coding updatesYoull be rewarded and
recognized for your performance in an environment that will
challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to
succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles
you may be interested in.Required Qualifications:High School
Diploma / GED (or higher)Professional coder certification with
credentialing from AHIMA and/or AAPC (RHIT, RHIA, CAC, CPC, COC,
CPC-P, CCS) to be maintained annuallyPreferred Qualifications:1+
years of coding experienceAbility to use a PC in a Windows
environment, including EMR systems Telecommuting
Requirements:Required to have a dedicated work area established
that is separated from other living areas and provides information
privacyAbility to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if
applicable)Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth
Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an
existing high-speed internet serviceUnitedHealth Group requires all
new hires and employees to report their COVID-19 vaccination
status.Military & Veterans find your nextmission: We know your
background and experience is different and we like that.
UnitedHealth Group values the skills, experience and dedication
that serving in the military demands. In fact, many of the values
defined in the service mirror what the UnitedHealth Group culture
holds true: Integrity, Compassion, Relationships, Innovation and
Performance. Whether you are looking to transition from active duty
to a civilian career, or are an experienced veteran or spouse, we
want to help guide your career journey. Learn more at
https://uhg.Hr/transitioning-militaryLearn how Teresa, a Senior
Quality Analyst,works withmilitary veterans and ensures they
receive the best benefits and experience
possible.Https://uhg.Hr/vetCareers with Optum. Here's the idea. We
built an entire organization around one giant objective; make the
health system work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we
use the world's large accumulation of health related information,
or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits
for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and
uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group
family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds
and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to
reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high
performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter.
Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular
opportunity to do your life's best work.SMColorado, Connecticut or
Nevada Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is
$18.17 $32.26. The salary range for Connecticut / Nevada residents
is $20.00 $35.53. Pay is based on several factors including but not
limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In
addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such
as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition
programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits
are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when
you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, youll find a
far-reaching choice of benefits and incentivesPLEASE NOTE The sign
on bonus is only available to external candidates. Candidates who
are currently working for a UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or
related entity in a full time, part time, or per diem basis ('
Internal Candidates') are not eligible to receive a sign on
bonus.Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group
is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer
and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age,
national origin, protected veteran status, disability status,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status,
genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by
law.UnitedHealth Group is a drug free workplace. Candidates are
required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.Keywords:
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