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UnitedHealth Group

National Coding Educator - Remote

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

$29.25 - $33.25/hr

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people ... Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC) and either Certified Professional Coder (CPC) with AAPC or ...

UnitedHealth Group

Medical Coder - RAD-ONC

Walnut Creek, CA · Remote

$20.38 - $36.44/hr

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people ... Generates coding queries for clarification regarding physician documentation as needed * Stays ...

UnitedHealth Group

Medical Coder - RAD-ONC

Walnut Creek, CA · On-site

$20.38 - $36.44/hr

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people ... Generates coding queries for clarification regarding physician documentation as needed * Stays ...

Community Health System

Coding Compliance Auditor

Fresno, CA · On-site

$41.84 - $54.39/hr

The role requires a highly confident coder who can audit both facility coding and professional fees ... Experience with 3M or Optum is preferred * Experience completing a formal validation report after ...

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As of Jun 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for optum coder in California is $27.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $34.18 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Optum Coder vs Medical Coder?

AspectOptum CoderMedical Coder
CertificationsAHIMA or AAPC certifications (CPC, CCS)AHIMA or AAPC certifications (CPC, CCS)
Work EnvironmentHealthcare organizations, insurance companies, consulting firmsHospitals, clinics, physician offices, insurance companies
Industry UsageUsed across healthcare and insurance sectorsPrimarily in healthcare facilities and billing services

Optum Coders and Medical Coders share similar certifications and work environments, often overlapping in healthcare and insurance settings. While Optum Coders may work specifically within Optum's healthcare services, Medical Coders are employed broadly across various healthcare providers. Both roles require similar skills and certifications, making them closely related but distinct in employer and specific job functions.

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Acute Inpatient Coder II - San Diego

Acute Inpatient Coder II - San Diego

Scripps Health

San Diego, CA • Remote

$23 - $27.75/hr

Other

Posted 13 days ago

Scripps Health rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 137 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 875 rated healthcare providers

Job description

This is a full-time, benefit eligible position that is partial remote. Must be local in San Diego or willing to relocate and willing to work weekends.

Why join Scripps Health?

At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated:

  • Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.
  • Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2025.
  • Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.
  • Becker's Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2024 list of 150 top places to work in health care.
  • We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.
  • Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.

The Coder II is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely coding of diagnoses and procedures for inpatient, outpatient and professional visits using appropriate systems. Conducts concurrent and/or retrospective claims data reviews for physician services, coding and abstracting all services, procedures, diagnoses, and conditions from medical records. Assists Revenue Integrity with coding issues and supports the team with appeals and projects. Interacts with physicians and other staff to clarify documentation and may hold educational meetings with providers. May provide instructions and training to other coders as needed, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and guidelines.

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Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:

  • One (1) year of hospital/professional coding experience.
  • Good critical thinking and analytical skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

Required Certification/Registration:

  • Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) from American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:

  • 1 year of acute inpatient hospital coding experience.
  • Associates or Bachelors Degree in Health Information Technology.
  • Proficiency in Epic, 3M 360, Optum Encoder Pro, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)

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As a nationally recognized health system, Scripps Health is committed to providing the highest quality care to our patients. Through collaboration and innovation, our healthcare professionals lead the frontier in caring for our community. With a culture centered around teamwork, each laboratory site serves as a resource of support for each other, setting our laboratories as the benchmark for standardization.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1924

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