Associate Medical Coding Job at Optum
A rare chance has emerged for aspiring medical coders at Optum in Chennai, India. This role demands a keen understanding of medical coding job standards and offers a platform to contribute to health optimisation on a global scale. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
About Optum:
Optum is a global organisation that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people live healthier lives. The organisation focuses on improving health outcomes by connecting individuals with essential care, pharmacy benefits, and data resources. With a commitment to inclusion and comprehensive career development, Optum fosters a culture where talented peers collaborate to make a significant impact on the communities they serve.
Job Details:
- Requisition number: 2380987
- Job category: Medical & Clinical Operations
- Primary location: Chennai, India
- Additional locations: India
- Overtime status: Exempt
- Travel: No
Job Description:
The Associate Medical Coder will be responsible for coding medical records using ICD-10 and CPT standards, ensuring accuracy as per service level agreements (SLA). This role requires adherence to HIPAA regulations and the ability to recognise and address discrepancies in medical data.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coding the medical record using the ICD-10 and CPT with desired accuracy as per SLA.
- Know and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
- Recognise, interpret and evaluate inconsistencies, discrepancies, and inaccuracies in the medical data received and appropriately alert and/or query the responsible party and supervisor.
- Meet quality and productivity standards and deadlines/turnaround times.
- Reports a discharge disposition for all records as required and in accordance with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rules and regulations.
- For outpatient encounters, applies coding conventions and official coding guidelines approved by the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) rules established by the American Medical Association (AMA), and any other official rules and guidelines established for use with the mandated outpatient procedure code sets.
- Assigns appropriate discharge physician in the system.
- Maintains the minimum data standards for accuracy and productivity as per defined KRAs/Client SLAs.
Eligibility Criteria for this Medical Coding Job:
- BDS graduates and Allied Medicine (BHMS, BAMS, BPT) can apply.
- Certified coder – AAPC / AHIMA – CCS/CPC/CPC-H/CCS-P.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy/physiology, and pathophysiology.
- Understanding of interpreting medications and dosages.
- Proven proficiency in English communication.
Skills Required for this Medical Coding Job:
- Strong analytical skills to evaluate medical data.
- Attention to detail to ensure coding accuracy.
- Effective communication skills for interaction with medical professionals.
- Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
- Proficiency in using coding software and tools.
