Schedule Monday to Friday, 8 AM–5 PM Location Remote – Nationwide (telecommute from anywhere within the U.S.) Primary Responsibilities Apply understanding of relevant medical coding subject areas (e.g., diagnosis, procedural, evaluation and management, ancillary services) to assign appropriate medical codes Apply understanding of basic anatomy and physiology to interpret clinical documentation and identify applicable medical codes Identify areas in clinical documentation that are unclear or incomplete and generate queries to obtain additional information Follow up with providers as necessary when responses to queries are not provided in a timely basis Utilize medical coding software programs or reference materials to identify appropriate codes Apply post‑query response to make final determinations Apply relevant Medical Coding Reference, Federal, State, and Professional guidelines to assign and record independent medical code determinations Manage multiple work demands simultaneously to maintain relevant productivity and turnaround time standards for completing medical records (e.g., charts, assessments, visits, encounters) Resolve medical coding edits or denials in relation to code assignment Provide information or respond to questions from medical coding quality audits Educate and mentor others to improve medical coding quality Demonstrate basic knowledge of the impact of coding decisions on revenue cycle Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications High School Diploma/GED Coding certification from AAPC or AHIMA Professional Coding Association (CPC, CPC‑H, CPC‑P, RHIT, RHIA, CCA, CCS, CCS‑P, etc.) 3+ years of coding experience, including multiple specialties 1+ year of family practice experience 1+ year of revenue cycle experience Advanced level of knowledge of ICD‑10‑CM, CPT, modifiers, and HCPCS coding classification and guidelines Advanced level of knowledge of medical terminology, disease process, and anatomy and physiology Preferred Qualifications Epic experience Benefits Pay ranges from $23.89 to $42.69 per hour based on full‑time employment. The role includes a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (subject to eligibility). Telecommuter policy applies to all remote employees. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment. 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, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr