Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that’s improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isn’t about another gadget, it’s about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There’s no room for error. Join us and start doing your life’s best work.(sm)
You’ll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Perform audits of designated medical bills to ensure accurate coding/billing practices by the provider
- Monitors bill aging for bills held to specified queue to ensure held age does not exceed 4 days
- Stays updated in state regulated rule changes
- Handles and assists in reconsideration issues, discusses payment disputes with provider when necessary
- Maintains professional knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, maintains membership in professional organizations
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 or equivalent
- 2+ years of professional coding experience in healthcare services
- Professional coding credential such as CPC, CPC-H, CCS or CCS-P (CPC-A or Risk Coder does not qualify)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Hospital Coding experience
- Physician’s office coding experience
- Coding experience in one or more of the following specialty areas: musculoskeletal coding, musculoskeletal surgery coding, surgery coding, neurology coding, neurosurgery coding, emergency room coding
Careers with OptumRx. We’re one of the largest and most innovative pharmacy benefits managers in the US, serving more than 12 million people nationwide. Here you’ll fill far more than prescriptions. As a member of one of our pharmacy teams, you’re empowered to be your best and do whatever it takes to help each customer. You’ll find unrivaled support and training as well as a wealth of growth and development opportunities driven by your performance and limited only by your imagination. Join us. There’s no better place to help people live healthier lives while doing your life’s best work.(sm)
Colorado Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $43,200 to $76,700. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. As of the date of this posting, In addition to your salary, UHG offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Health, dental, and vision plans; wellness program; flexible spending accounts; paid parking or public transportation costs; 401(k) retirement plan; employee stock purchase plan; life insurance, short-term disability insurance, and long-term m disability insurance; business travel accident insurance; Employee Assistance Program; PTO; and employee-paid critical illness and accident insurance.