Per Diem Certified Inpatient Medical Coder - National Remote

You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

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As a member of the healthcare team, the coding professional will support the importance of accurate, complete and consistent coding practice for the production of quality healthcare data. The Certified Inpatient Medical Coder should be proficient in coding the most complex types of coding (inpatient) or proficient in coding all the different visit types or specialties. The Certified Inpatient Medical Coder will assist with the education of clinicians or providers by advocating proper documentation. The Certified Inpatient Medical Coder will strive for optimal reimbursement and will have the ability to float to different coding areas as needed.

This position is Per Diem. Employees are required to work any 2 shifts per pay period and to work any shift within the normal business hours of 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM CST.

We offer weeks of paid remote training. The hours of training will be based on your schedule or will be discussed on your first day of employment. Training will be conducted virtually from your home.

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Primary duty is to determine the appropriate International Classification of Diseases ICD 10 - CM / PCS by reviewing the electronic medical record thoroughly to assign all necessary codes and modifiers using official coding guidelines and Coding Clinics.
• Will have the ability to code the most complex and acutely ill types of patients.
• Will have the ability to code medical and surgical types of cases. 
• Is able to code encounters of multiple specialties.
• Research optimal reimbursement from each account while monitoring accurate coding and selection of sequencing.
• Assigns appropriate DRG / APC reimbursement based on documentation in the medical record.
• Abstracts appropriate information into the computer system, utilizing specified guidelines
• Communicates with physicians and other clinicians regarding needed documentation on a given record.
• Has the ability to do coding quality audits as necessary for quality measures.
• Assists in the identification of quality issues, reporting them to HIM management.
• Works closely with the Clinical Documentation team.
• Increases knowledge and skills of coding while adhering to established job standard.
• Maintains knowledge of coding processes, reimbursement systems, Clinical Documentation Management Program (CDMP), and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of the HIM, Coding department.
• Participates in continuing education activities.  
• Reviews trends and developments in medicine, disease processes, technology, coding practices.
• Applies new information, changes in procedure and feedback as relayed by the department leaders.
• Participates positively and actively in department.
• Will perform other job duties as necessary.

You'll 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
• 4 years of hospital coding experience 
• 4 years of experience with working in an EMR system  
• Must have 1 of the following certifications: CCS, CCA, RHIT, RHIA
• Ability to work Per Diem, 2 shifts per pay period, and ability to work any shift within the normal business hours of 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM CST
• Must be 18 years of age OR older

Preferred Qualifications:

• Health Information Management
• EPIC experience 

Telecommuting Requirements:

• Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
• Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy
• Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Washington, or Rhode Island Residents Only: The hourly range for California / Colorado / Connecticut / Hawaii / Nevada / New York / New Jersey / Washington / Rhode Island residents is $19.47 - $38.08 per hour. 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, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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.

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