Optum Insight is seeking a Coder III to join the Health Information Management team and support accurate clinical coding across an integrated healthcare system. This role applies diagnostic and procedural codes to patient health information for data retrieval, analysis, claims processing, and revenue cycle support.
The position is aligned with Dignity Health, TJC, CMS, and other regulatory requirements. It includes support for same day surgery, IVR/CIVR, observation, and potentially ancillary or emergency department charts.
This role is telecommute eligible from anywhere within the U.S.
Required qualifications
- High school diploma
- Completion of an AHIMA- or AAPC-accredited coding certification program
- Current AHIMA or AAPC coding credentials such as RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, CPC, or CPC-H
- 2+ years of same day surgery, wound care, IVR, CVIR, or observation coding experience
- 2+ years of ICD-10 coding experience
- Ability to use a PC in a Windows environment, including MS Word and EMR systems
- Ability to pass pre-employment screening, including drug screening, background check, and coding technical assessment
Preferred qualifications
- Experience with encoder systems such as OptumCAC or Cerner
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience with coding and charge validation
Benefits and perks
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Incentive and recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase plan
- 401(k) contribution
- Telecommute flexibility within the U.S.
The company also notes compliance with applicable minimum wage laws.
Location
Minnesota, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
1 week ago