Job Description

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 togetherPrimary Responsibilities:

• Review and analyze patient medical records for accurate code assignment
• Ensure adherence to coding guidelines and regulatory requirements
• Learn to use medical coding software
• Apply understanding of anatomy and physiology to interpret clinical documentation and identify applicable medical codes
• Stay updated on industry changes and attend relevant training sessions
• Ensure confidentiality and security of all patient information
• Comply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract, company policies and procedures, and any and all directives (such as, but not limited to, transfer and/or re-assignment to different work locations, change in teams and/or work shifts, policies in regards to flexibility of work benefits and/or work environment, alternative work arrangements, and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment). The Company may adopt, vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation (implied or otherwise) on its ability to do so

EligibilityTo apply to an internal job, employees must meet the following criteria:

• SG 22 can apply will move laterally
• Performance rating in the last common review cycle of Meets Expectations or higher
• Not be on any active CAP (Corrective Action Plan) or active disciplinary action
• Time in Role Guidelines

• Should have been in your current position for a minimum of 12 months, if you have not met the recommended minimum time in role, discuss your career interest with your manager and gain alignment prior to applying. And share the alignment email with respective recruiter while applying

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or masters degree, from a medical science backdrop or anything relevant Life Science or Bioscience, Pharmacy or Pharmaceutical Sciences, Nursing or Medicine Allied Health
• Good knowledge in medical terminology basics
• Good knowledge in Anatomy physiology basics
• Well-versed with ICD-10 guidelines and their implementation
• Proficient in reviewing medical records and determining the accuracy and completeness of the document

Preferred Qualifications:

• AAPC/AHIMA Certification
• Risk Adjustment coding experience

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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