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American IT Staff

$17.25 - $23.25/hr

Utilizing the Code Base Charge Trigger system (CBCT) and OPTUM 360 EncoderPRO software system for ... Demonstrates knowledge and understand of CMS HCC Risk Adjustment coding. Routinely performs chart ...

Veracity

$17.25 - $23.25/hr

Utilizing the Code Base Charge Trigger system (CBCT) and OPTUM 360 EncoderPRO software system for ... Demonstrates knowledge and understand of CMS HCC Risk Adjustment coding. Routinely performs chart ...

Macpower Digital Assets Edge

$17.25 - $23.25/hr

Utilizing the Code Base Charge Trigger system (CBCT) and OPTUM 360 EncoderPRO software system for ... Demonstrates knowledge and understand of CMS HCC Risk Adjustment coding. * Routinely performs chart ...

Cotiviti

Temporary Intern - Data Analytics

$20 - $24/hr

Perform analytics for Risk Adjustment operations, including PR number calculations, analysis of False Position and False Negative ICD10 Codes, and HCC metrics. * Write SQL queries to extract ...

Cotiviti

Temporary Intern - Data Analytics

$20 - $24/hr

Perform analytics for Risk Adjustment operations, including PR number calculations, analysis of False Position and False Negative ICD10 Codes, and HCC metrics. * Write SQL queries to extract ...

Arizona Priority Care

Nurse Practioner

Chandler, AZ

Correct diagnosis code * Status of condition * Provider plan to address each diagnosis code ... Current Arizona Advanced Practice Nursing license; temporary license will be accepted until receipt ...

Arizona Priority Care

Nurse Practioner

Chandler, AZ

Correct diagnosis code * Status of condition * Provider plan to address each diagnosis code ... Current Arizona Advanced Practice Nursing license; temporary license will be accepted until receipt ...

Salvation Army

Stabilization Case Manager

Denver, CO · On-site

$26 - $27.58/hr

Temporary , Full Time - non-exempt Employment End Date: 12/31/2025 Reports to: Lead Stabilization ... Attend case conferences with other HCC housing providers as directed by supervisor. * Submit ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Temporary Optum HCC Coder, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Temporary Optum HCC Coder, you need a solid understanding of ICD-10-CM coding guidelines, risk adjustment methodologies, and medical terminology, typically supported by a coding certification such as CPC, CCS, or CRC. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and specialized coding software like Optum360 EncoderPro or similar tools is often required. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong organizational skills are vital soft skills for accuracy and efficiency in coding tasks. These competencies ensure precise coding, regulatory compliance, and optimal reimbursement, which are crucial for both patient care quality and organizational success.

What are some common challenges faced by temporary Optum HCC Coders, and how can they be addressed?

Temporary Optum HCC Coders often face challenges such as quickly adapting to new coding systems, meeting productivity benchmarks within tight deadlines, and ensuring compliance with constantly updated CMS guidelines. To address these, it's important to leverage available training resources, actively communicate with team leads for clarification, and utilize support tools provided by Optum. Staying organized and proactive about updates can also help maintain accuracy and efficiency while coding in a temporary role.

What is a Temporary Optum HCC Coder?

A Temporary Optum HCC Coder is a healthcare professional who is hired on a temporary basis to review and assign Hierarchical Condition Category (HCC) codes to medical records for Optum, a health services company. Their main responsibility is to ensure accurate risk adjustment coding, which impacts reimbursement rates and quality reporting. Temporary coders may work remotely or onsite and are expected to have expertise in ICD-10-CM coding guidelines, HCC coding, and compliance standards. They help healthcare organizations meet regulatory requirements and maximize appropriate reimbursement. The temporary nature of the role means assignments may last from a few weeks to several months, depending on project needs.

What is the difference between Temporary Optum Hcc Coding vs Medical Coder?

AspectTemporary Optum Hcc CodingMedical Coder
CertificationsHCC-specific certifications, coding credentials (e.g., CPC, CCS)Certified Professional Coder (CPC), CCS, or similar
Work EnvironmentHealthcare insurance, risk adjustment, and clinical data analysisHospitals, clinics, physician offices, insurance companies
Industry UsageUsed mainly in health plans, Medicare Advantage, and risk adjustment programsUsed across various healthcare settings for medical billing and coding

Temporary Optum Hcc Coders focus on risk adjustment coding for health plans, requiring specific knowledge of HCC models. Medical Coders have broader roles in medical billing and coding across healthcare providers. Both roles require coding certifications but differ in industry focus and work environment.

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Sr Software Engineer - Java/SpringBoot, Optum Technology - Remote

Sr Software Engineer - Java/SpringBoot, Optum Technology - Remote

UnitedHealth Group

Minnetonka, MN • On-site, Remote

$127.40K - $167.70K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 19 days ago

UnitedHealthcare rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 651 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

102nd of 864 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Optum Tech is a global leader in health care innovation. Our teams develop cutting-edge solutions that help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. From advanced data analytics and AI to cybersecurity, we use innovative approaches to solve some of health care's most complex challenges. Your contributions here have the potential to change lives. Ready to build the next breakthrough? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Role Overview:
This role is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and supporting critical rules application in production. The role requires solid engineering expertise, understanding of US Healthcare Insurance (nice to have), and hands on experience operating modern, cloud enabled systems at scale. The engineer will partner with architects, business operations, and interfacing application teams to deliver high quality, resilient, and secure software while ensuring the availability of systems in production.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Full Stack Development:
    • Developing and managing business rules in IBM ODM, including rule authoring, decision tables, and ruleflow maintenance
    • Design and build REST and GraphQL APIs in Java
    • Design and implement Kafka producers and consumers including schema design, partitioning strategy, and reliable message processing
    • Setup and manage deployment pipelines using GitHub Actions, including reusable workflows, environment secrets, and automated deployment rules
    • Experience integrating JFrog Artifactory with CI/CD pipelines for storing, publishing, versioning, and promoting build artifacts
    • Writing JUnit tests with high code coverage, ability to identify and remediate issues from static and dynamic code analysis tools (eg, CodeQL, SonarQube, security scanners)
    • Work with MySQL, including designing high performance database schemas optimized for high volume transactional workloads
    • Perform system testing and end to end testing to ensure the delivery of high quality, resilient, and secure code to production, and provide support for production systems as needed
    • Deploying services on Kubernetes based platforms (eg, HCC K8s), including configuration, scaling, and troubleshooting
  • Devops & Collaboration:
    • Use observability and monitoring tools such as Splunk, Dynatrace, Zabbix, and Grafana to monitor logs, track application performance, analyze trends, and proactively identify issues
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architects, Business users and operations
    • Participate in code reviews, architecture discussion, and agile ceremonies
    • Support the application in production, ensuring availability, stability, and timely issue resolution
    • Participate in PLM activities, ensuring compliance with organizational release governance and alignment with CI/CD and deployment lifecycle requirements
    • Maintain detailed and up to date documentation for application features, system behavior, and associated security controls to support engineering and operational excellence
  • AI Tool Usage:
    • Utilize AI-powered development tools (eg, GitHub Copilot etc) for code generation, refactoring, debugging, and documentation
    • Apply AI tools to improve test coverage, code quality, and productivity
    • Stay updated with emerging AI technologies relevant to software development

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's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • 10+ years of experience in IT, with solid focus on application engineering and production operations
  • Hands on experience designing, developing, deploying, monitoring, and supporting applications in production environments
  • Solid experience with cloud platforms, APIs, event driven automation, and integration patterns
  • Experience in scripting and automation using Python, Power Automate, Microsoft Graph API, and shell scripting
  • Solid experience with Java, Maven, XML, REST APIs, microservices, and web services
  • Solid SQL skills and experience with relational and NoSQL databases; exposure to Kafka or other streaming platforms
  • Working knowledge of AI tools and their application in engineering workflows
  • Knowledge of US Healthcare insurance with focus on payer side claims processing
  • Proficiency with CI/CD platforms such as GitHub Actions
  • Proven excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex concepts clearly
  • Proven comfortable working with global, distributed teams in a fast paced environment

*All employees working remotely 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 salary for this role will range from $91,700 to $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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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