SDS Observations Medical Coder

About this role

$3,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities

Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting

Growing together. The SDS/Observations Medical Coder position is full-time (40 hours/week) Monday to Friday. You'll enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S

as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities: Identify appropriate assignment of CPT and ICD-10 Codes for outpatient Ambulatory Observation services while adhering to the official coding guidelines and established client coding guidelines of the assigned facility Apply coding knowledge to analyze/correct CCI Edits and Medical Necessity Edits Understand the Medicare Ambulatory Payment Classification (APC) codes Abstract additional data elements during the chart review process when coding, as needed Adhere to the ethical standards of coding as established by AAPC and/or AHIMA Adhere to and maintain required levels of performance in both coding quality and productivity as established by Optum360 Provide documentation feedback to providers, as needed and query physicians when appropriate Maintain up-to-date coding knowledge by reviewing materials disseminated/recommended by the QM Manager, Coding Operations Managers and Director of Coding/Quality Management, among others Participate in coding department meetings and educational events Review and maintain a record of charts coded, held and/or missing Additional responsibilities as identified by manager You'll be re

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