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Optum Coding Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

$30.47 - $46.49/hr

Experience with automated patient care and coding systems. (Cerner Electronic Health Record, OPTUM Enterprise Computer Assisted Coding, 3M encoder, Soarian financial billing system.) * Competence ...

Professional Coder I-Rev Cycle

Houston, TX · On-site

$18 - $23.75/hr

Resolve Epic Coding and Optum Claims Manager edits. * Responsible for reviewing encounters in the coding work queue in a timely manner and resolving all coding related edits. * Reviews medical record ...

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Optum Coding information

What is an Optum Coding?

An Optum Coding job involves reviewing medical records and assigning standardized codes for diagnoses, procedures, and treatments to ensure accurate billing and reimbursement. Coders must follow industry guidelines such as ICD, CPT, and HCPCS while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. These roles are critical in maintaining proper documentation and supporting healthcare providers in optimizing revenue cycle management. Optum coders may work in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and remote positions. Certification such as CPC or CCS is often required for these roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Optum Coding, and why are they important?

To thrive in an Optum Coding role, you need a strong understanding of medical coding systems (such as ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS), healthcare regulations, and often a certification like CPC or CCS. Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR), coding software, and claims processing platforms is typically required. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and clear communication are valuable soft skills for success in this position. These abilities help ensure accuracy in coding, regulatory compliance, and timely submission of claims within a large healthcare organization like Optum.

What are some common challenges faced by Optum Coding professionals, and how can they be addressed?

One of the common challenges in Optum Coding roles is staying current with frequent updates to coding standards and healthcare regulations, which requires ongoing education and adaptability. Additionally, coders must often decipher complex medical records and ensure precise, compliant coding to minimize claim denials or delays. These professionals work closely with healthcare providers and other team members to clarify documentation and maintain coding accuracy. Optum offers internal training, regular updates, and collaboration with other departments to help coders overcome these challenges and succeed in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Does Optum Coding have remote jobs?

Optum Coding positions often offer remote work options, especially for experienced coders with certifications like CPC or CCS. Remote coding jobs typically require strong computer skills, knowledge of coding guidelines, and adherence to HIPAA regulations.

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HOSPITAL OUTPATIENT CODER

On-site

$30.47 - $46.49/hr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer.As the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, Moffitt employs some of the best and brightest minds from around the world. Join a dedicated team of nearly 11,000 who are shaping the future we envision. Moffitt has been recognized as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation and is continually named one of the Tampa Bay Times' Top Workplaces.

Summary

The Hospital Outpatient Coder reviews, analyzes, and assigns codes for diagnoses and procedures information that uses International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinic Modification ("ICD-10-CM"), Tenth Revision, Current Procedural Terminology ("CPT"), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding ("HCPCS") coding. The Hospital Outpatient Coder promotes provider/patient continuity, accurate database information, and the ability to optimize reimbursement. In addition, this position ensures compliance with established coding guidelines, federal regulations, and accreditation guidelines.

Preferred Experience
Experience with coding oncology related services.

Minimum Education:

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Experience Required:
Two (2) years health care outpatient coding experience with ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS classification
Minimum License/Certification:

Any one of the following certifications is required:

  • (CCS) Certified Coding Specialist
  • (CPC) Certified Professional Coder
  • (CPMA) Certified Professional Medical Auditor
  • (COC) Certified Outpatient Coder
  • (CCS-P) Certified Coding Specialist - Physician
  • (RHIT) Registered Health Information Technician
  • (RHIA) Registered Health Information Administrator

Any relevant certification not listed above but issued from a governing body listed below may be reviewed and considered by the business to satisfy this requirement

Governing Body:

  • American Health Information Management Association ("AHIMA") and American Academy of Professional Coders ("AAPC")


Training Required:

  • Experience in coding hospital electronic medical records.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience with automated patient care and coding systems. (Cerner Electronic Health Record, OPTUM Enterprise Computer Assisted Coding, 3M encoder, Soarian financial billing system.)
  • Competence with MS Office software (Word, Excel, Zoom and Outlook).
  • Knowledge of American Healthcare Association ("AHA") coding clinic guidelines, ICD-10-CM and CPT coding guidelines, Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services ("CMS") guidelines, American Health Information Management Association ("AHIMA") and American Academy of Professional Coders ("AAPC") code of ethics.

Salary Range

$30.47 - $46.49

Salary ranges posted for this position represent the expected base pay range for the role. Actual compensation may vary based on location and a variety of job-related factors, including experience, skills, education, and internal equity among Team Members in similar positions.


We are committed to maintaining fair and equitable pay practices and regularly review compensation to ensure alignment across our workforce.

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