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PF Concepts

Professional Fee Coder

Fairfield, NJ · Remote

$30 - $36/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Proficiency with EHR and coding applications such as Epic, Cerner, 3M, or Optum. * Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Patient Financial Concepts

Professional Fee Coder

Fairfield, NJ · On-site

$29 - $35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Proficiency with EHR and encoder/coding tools (e.g., Epic, Cerner, 3M, Optum) and Microsoft Office. * Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Intermountain Health

PB Coder

Trenton, NJ · On-site

$28.06 - $44.20/hr

Microsoft Office Suite products, Kronos, ServiceHub, Optum Encoder Pro, etc.). * Meets or exceeds ... Medicare coding guidelines (i.e. NCCI, LCD/NCD) * CPT * HCPCS * ICD-10 * Epic/PB Resolute ...

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Intermountain Health

PB Coding Coordinator

Trenton, NJ · On-site

$31.01 - $48.84/hr

Functionally work within Microsoft Office Suite products & Optum Encoder Pro. * Provides education/training for medical providers and coders within the department. * Performs quality assurance audits ...

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AtlantiCare

Director of Coding & CDI

Egg Harbor Township, NJ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Proficiency with EHR systems (Oracle) and CDI/coding technology platforms (3M, Nuance, Optum, etc.). They will need the ability to build collaborative relationships with clinical, operational, and ...

UnitedHealth Group

Senior Software Engineer

Basking Ridge, NJ · Remote

$126K - $166K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people ... Perform code reviews, enforce software engineering best practices, and evaluate code quality using ...

UnitedHealth Group

Senior Software Engineer

Basking Ridge, NJ · On-site

$126K - $166K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people ... Perform code reviews, enforce software engineering best practices, and evaluate code quality using ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for optum coder in New Jersey is $27.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.28 and $35.14 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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Infographic showing various Optum Coder job openings in New Jersey as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,053 per year, or $27.9 per hour.

Professional Fee Coder

PF Concepts

Fairfield, NJ • Remote

$30 - $36/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Description

The Professional Fee Coder (ProFee) is responsible for reviewing provider documentation and assigning accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II codes for physician professional services. This role supports compliant coding, timely charge capture, and clean claim submission in accordance with current AMA, CMS, NCCI, and payer guidelines.


Specialty Experience Required

At least three years of recent professional fee coding experience, including direct, recent experience in all of the following areas:

  • Inpatient neonatal and NICU coding 
  • Pediatric coding 
  • Neonatal and pediatric critical care coding 
Responsibilities Include, but Are Not Limited To
  • Review provider documentation and assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS Level II codes, and applicable modifiers for professional fee services. 
  • Select appropriate Evaluation and Management levels based on current MDM and time guidelines and ensure documentation supports code selection. 
  • Apply neonatal critical care, intensive care, newborn care, consultation, modifier, and payer-specific coding guidelines accurately. 
  • Apply modifier and global surgery rules and comply with NCCI edits and applicable payer policies. 
  • Ensure medical necessity and proper linkage of diagnoses to services and resolve coding edits before claim submission when applicable. 
  • Query providers for clarification when documentation is incomplete or ambiguous, following compliant query practices. 
  • Meet established productivity, accuracy, and turnaround-time standards. 
  • Collaborate with billing and denials teams to resolve coding-related rejections and provide supporting rationale for appeals as needed. 
  • Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and organizational requirements. 
  • Stay current with coding guideline updates, payer changes, and professional fee compliance requirements. 
  • Participate in internal quality reviews and implement corrective actions to improve coding accuracy. 
Requirements
  • Active Certified Professional Coder certification required. 
  • CPC-A will not be considered for this experienced position. 
  • Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS Level II, E/M guidelines, modifiers, NCCI edits, and payer requirements. 
  • Proficiency with EHR and coding applications such as Epic, Cerner, 3M, or Optum. 
  • Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to work independently in a remote environment. 
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills. 
  • CPEDC or CEMC certification preferred but not required. 
About Us

PF Concepts is a growing healthcare revenue cycle company committed to quality, integrity, teamwork, and continuous growth. We partner with healthcare organizations to improve financial performance through strong relationships, personalized solutions, and high service standards.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance


Selected candidates will be asked to complete a live, closed-resource, job-related coding assessment as part of the interview process. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. 

Requirements

  • Active Certified Professional Coder certification required. 
  • CPC-A will not be considered for this experienced position. 
  • Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS Level II, E/M guidelines, modifiers, NCCI edits, and payer requirements. 
  • Proficiency with EHR and coding applications such as Epic, Cerner, 3M, or Optum. 
  • Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to work independently in a remote environment. 
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills. 
  • CPEDC or CEMC certification preferred but not required. 

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