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Fulltime Optum Medical Coding Jobs in Springfield, MO

UnitedHealth Group

Hospice Social Worker

Springfield, MO · On-site

$59K - $89K/yr

As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best ... As the Social Worker, provides medical social services under the direction of a physician and ...

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How much do fulltime optum medical coding jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for fulltime optum medical coding in Springfield, MO is $23.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.66 and $26.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Fulltime Optum Medical Coding vs Medical Billing Specialist?

AspectFulltime Optum Medical CodingMedical Billing Specialist
CertificationsCertified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Associate (CCA)Generally no coding certifications required, focus on billing and claims processing
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, remote or onsite coding departmentsMedical offices, billing companies, remote or onsite billing departments
Job FocusAssigning accurate medical codes for diagnoses and proceduresPreparing and submitting insurance claims, managing billing processes
Industry UsageWidely used in healthcare organizations, insurance companiesCommon in healthcare practices, billing companies, insurance providers

Fulltime Optum Medical Coding involves assigning precise medical codes based on patient records, requiring coding certifications. Medical Billing Specialists focus on submitting claims and managing payments, often with less emphasis on coding certifications. Both roles are essential in healthcare revenue cycle management but differ in daily tasks and certification requirements.

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Infographic showing various Fulltime Optum Medical Coding job openings in Springfield, MO as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Locum Tenens, 1% Internship, 82% Full Time, and 13% Part Time. Highlights an 60% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 39% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,865 per year, or $24 per hour.

Hospice Social Worker

UnitedHealth Group

Springfield, MO • On-site

$59K - $89K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 29 days ago

UnitedHealth Group rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 146 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

189th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Explore opportunities wit h Access Hospice Care, a part o f LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As the Social Worker, provides medical social services under the direction of a physician and Interdisciplinary Group to assist in the understanding of significant social and emotional factors related to the patient's health status and in development of coping mechanisms.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Assists the patient, significant others, physician and health care team staff to understand significant personal, emotional, environmental and social factors related to the patient's health status on an as needed basis
  • Contributes as a health care team member to the development of a comprehensive, integrated Plan of Care for patients on a daily basis
  • Instructs health care team members on community resources available to assist patients on a as needed basis

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:
  • Bachelor of Social Work OR Masters of Social Work
  • Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation

Preferred Qualifications:
  • 1+ years of social work experience in a health care setting
  • Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
  • Licensed Social Worker in the state of residence

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 salary for this role will range from $59,760 to $89,640 annually 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.

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