Subject Matter Expert – Non-Clinical Job at Optum
Looking for a rewarding Non-Clinical Job in the healthcare industry? Optum is hiring a Subject Matter Expert for its Medical & Clinical Operations team in Chennai. This opportunity is ideal for Life Science and Allied Health graduates with medical coding experience and AAPC/AHIMA certification. Professionals searching for Optum Careers India and Medical Jobs in Chennai can build a successful corporate healthcare career with one of the world’s leading healthcare organizations.
About Optum:
Optum, a part of UnitedHealth Group, is a global healthcare organization committed to improving health outcomes through advanced technology, clinical expertise, and innovative healthcare solutions. Serving millions of people worldwide, Optum connects individuals with quality care, pharmacy services, and healthcare resources. Optum Careers India provides professionals with a collaborative work environment, career development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to meaningful healthcare transformation.
Job Details:
- Requisition number: 2370729
- Job Name: Subject Matter Expert
- Job category: Medical & Clinical Operations
- Primary location: Chennai, India
- Additional locations: India
- Overtime status: Exempt
- Travel: No
Job Description:
Optum is offering an excellent Non-Clinical Job opportunity for experienced medical coding professionals. The Subject Matter Expert will review inpatient medical records, assign ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and DRG codes, maintain coding quality, ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, and support documentation improvement initiatives. This role is ideal for professionals seeking Optum Careers India and Medical Jobs in Chennai within a globally recognized healthcare organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify appropriate assignment of ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for inpatient services.
- Abstract additional data elements during the Chart Review process as needed.
- Adhere to ethical standards of coding as established by AAPC and/or AHIMA.
- Maintain up-to-date coding knowledge by reviewing materials from management.
- Participate in coding department meetings and educational events.
- Organize and prioritize all work to ensure compliance with regulatory and client guidelines.
- Ensure confidentiality and security of patient records in compliance with HIPAA policies.
- Comply with all company policies and directives.
Eligibility Criteria for this Non-Clinical Job:
- Allied Medicine Graduates with certification from AAPC or AHIMA; CIC certification preferred.
- 3+ years of Acute Care Inpatient medical coding experience.
- 1+ years in multispecialty IP DRG coding.
- Experience in a level I trauma center or teaching hospital.
- ICD-10 (CM & PCS) and DRG coding experience.
Skills Required for this Non-Clinical Job:
- ICD-10-CM Coding
- ICD-10-PCS Coding
- DRG Coding
- Inpatient Medical Coding
- Clinical Documentation Review
- Knowledge of AHA Coding Guidelines
- Medical Terminology
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Team collaboration and time management
