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.  

Health care isn't just changing. It's growing more complex every day. ICD10 replaces ICD9. Affordable Care adds new challenges and financial constraints. Where does it all lead? Hospitals and health care organizations continue to adapt, and we are a vital part of their evolution. And that's what fueled these exciting new opportunities.

Optum 360 is a dynamic partnership formed by Dignity Health and Optum to combine our unique expertise. As part of the growing family of UnitedHealth Group, we'll leverage all our resources to bring financial clarity and a full suite of revenue management services to health care providers nationwide.

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

Primary Responsibilities:

Will report directly to and assist the manager/director in supervising a rapidly growing remote coding group that supports a major multi-hospital system Will be responsible for monitoring, assessing, and assisting with the performance and day to day activities of up to 35 remote employees, not limited to time-keeping, attendance, and productivity Will work with HR, IT Provisioning team, and coding manager/director in all aspects of on-boarding new employees May need to perform auditing functions Work with manager/director to promote productivity of the employees in the Computer-Assisted Coding challenges Will serve as direct and primary contact to the hospitals to provide coverage and systems access where needed. Will help set team direction and provide guidance to coding staff Work closely with manager/director in managing day to day operations. Assist the facilities with unbilled as it pertains to remote coding staff accounts. Work in partnership with the facilities and corporate leadership to uphold the values based competencies of the corporation

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 (or higher) Have and maintain current coding credential from AHIMA or AAPC (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P CPC or CPC-H) 3+ years of recent pro-fee coding experience 1+ year of EMR and Encoder software knowledge Ability to work during normal business hours, travel will be minimal to none, but may require onsite training in rare situation

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Computer-Assisted Coding (CAC) Undergraduate degree 1+ year of leadership experience 1+ year of claims edit experience Experience in management of remote employees Knowledge of Cerner Powerchart, Meditech, Epic and MedSeries4 billing system Microsoft Office experience to include Word, Outlook and basic Excel

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

California, Colorado, Nevada, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Hawaii, Washington, or Washington D.C Residents Only: The salary range for California, Colorado, Nevada, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Hawaii, Washington, or Washington D.C residents is $58,300 to $114,300 per year. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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. 

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants. 

 

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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