Certified Surgical Medical Coder - Remote- New England Resident Only

Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. As the Certified Medical Coder, you will ensure accurate coding of surgical services using CPT-4 and ICD-9/ICD-10, aligned with federal and insurance regulations. Review and interpret operative and pathology reports to validate diagnosis and procedure coding. Identify and recommend documentation improvements based on CMS standards to optimize reimbursement. As well as entering coding data into electronic medical records and serve as a resource for facility coding issues. Stay current with billing/coding updates and maintain certification through continuing education. Primary Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate coding of surgical services using CPT-4 and ICD-9/ICD-10, aligned with federal and insurance regulations
• Review and interpret operative and pathology reports to validate diagnosis and procedure coding
• Identify and recommend documentation improvements based on CMS standards to optimize reimbursement
• Enter coding data into electronic medical records and serve as a resource for facility coding issues
• Stay current with billing/coding updates and maintain certification through continuing education

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

• 3+ years of surgical facility coding experience
• Thorough knowledge of medical terminology and ICD-9/ICD-10 and CPT4 coding
• Understanding both the medical and business side of healthcare operations
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven detail oriented
• Proven solid computer and office skills including phone, keyboard, computer and computer applications, MSOffice, Internet, and E-mail
• Proven excellent problem-solving ability
• Proven good interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualification

• 2 - 4 year degree in healthcare or related field

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 to $35.72 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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. OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job