Senior Inpatient Facility Medical Coder
Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Florissant
Posted on: September 17, 2023
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Job Description:
$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS--
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.--Come make an impact on the
communities we serve as we help advance health equity on a global
scale. Here, you will find talented peers, comprehensive benefits,
a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, career growth
opportunities and--your life's best work.(sm)
We're focused on improving the health of our members, enhancing our
operational effectiveness, and reinforcing our reputation for high
quality health services. This--Senior Medical Coder--position
assigns the diagnosis and procedure codes through utilization of
ICD-10-CM for diagnoses and ICD-10-PCS for medical/surgical
procedures. Must determine the principal diagnosis (PDx) to assign
the correct diagnosis-related group (DRG) to the inpatient stay.
Abstracts data from the medical record and enters it into the
hospital information abstracting system. This is a virtual, remote
position that requires candidates to be highly organized,
self-starters, well-versed in technical applications. Previous
success in a remote environment is preferred.--
Work Schedule:--Sunday - Thursday or Tuesday - Saturday with set
hours as established between manager and coder; may require weekend
and/or holiday coverage to meet business needs as well as the
possibility of mandatory overtime.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within
the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.--
Primary Responsibilities:
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:--
Preferred Qualifications:--
*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth
Group's Telecommuter Policy.--
**PLEASE NOTE** The sign-on bonus is only available to external
candidates.-- Candidates who are currently working for UnitedHealth
Group, UnitedHealthcare or a related entity in a full time, part
time or per diem basis ("Internal Candidates") are not eligible to
receive a sign on bonus.----
California, Colorado, Nevada,--Connecticut,--New York, New
Jersey,--Rhode Island or--Washington Residents Only:--The hourly
range for--California, Colorado, Nevada,--Connecticut,--New York,
New Jersey,--Rhode Island or--Washington--residents is $22.45 to
$43.89.--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.--
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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.--
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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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