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Senior Medical Coder - Remote near Minneapolis, MN/ Wisconsin, MI

6 days ago• Milwaukee, WI

Opportunities at Optum, in strategic partnership with Allina Health. As an Optum employee, you will provide support to the Allina Health account. 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 together.

If you live near Minneapolis, MN, you'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Assist in determining accurate code selection, communication requests and educational information (both written and oral) to internal and external customers, to assist the department in meeting their goals
  • Provide timely and consistent information regarding ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, MS-DRG's, modifiers, HCPCS and APC's coding to Allina coders so that they can assign the most accurate codes for data collection and reimbursement
  • Serve as a resource for coding questions
  • Recommend changes to enhance department productivity and effectiveness and maintain Allina's DNFB
  • Daily problem solve
  • Participate in ongoing audits
  • Assist in the completion of Excellian Work queues
  • Active in reviewing new staff training outcomes
  • Evaluates the medical record for procedures and diagnoses documented in the medical record and accurately assigns ICD-10, MS-DRG's, HCPCS's, Modifiers, and CPT-4 codes, based on National Coding Guidelines.
  • Special projects

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:

  • One of the following certifications:
    • Registered Health Information Administrator - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
    • Registered Health Information Technician - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
    • Certified Coding Specialist - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
    • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
  • 2+ years of coding experience
  • Must be 18 years of age or older

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Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Health Information Administration
  • Associate's or Vocational degree in Health Information Technician
  • Coding experience for credentialed RHIT or RHIA
  • Experience in ICD10 CM & PCS
  • Epic Experience

All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

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 $23.41 to $41.83 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.

UnitedHealth Group 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.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

#RPO #GREEN

Client-provided location(s): Milwaukee, WI, Minneapolis, MN
Job ID: UHG-2298434
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-07-17T00:31:37

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • HSA
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA

  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave

  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities

  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program

  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation

  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)

  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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