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Ccl Certified Professional Coder-Auditor

2+ years
$23.41 – $41.83 per hour
10 July 25, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Remote Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

 

CCL Certified Professional Coder‑Auditor – National Remote (U.S.)

Company: Optum (UnitedHealth Group)
Category: Medical & Clinical Operations – Coding & Audit
Work Mode: Remote (Telecommute anywhere in the U.S.)
Compensation: $23.41 – $41.83 per hour (based on full‑time employment & eligibility)


Job Summary (Healthcare-focused)

Optum is hiring a CCL Certified Professional Coder‑Auditor to deliver end‑to‑end ICD‑10‑CM, CPT, HCPCS coding and auditing services, resolve denials, mentor providers, and ensure compliance with NCCI edits, federal/state regulations, payer policies, and revenue cycle integrity. This fully remote role is ideal for coders who thrive on quality audits, documentation improvement, query management, and productivity/accuracy benchmarks in a high-volume U.S. healthcare environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Translate clinical documentation (diagnoses, procedures, E/M, ancillary services) into accurate ICD‑10‑CM, CPT & HCPCS codes.

  • Apply NCCI edits, LCD/NCD guidance, payer rules, and federal/state regulations.

  • Query providers to clarify incomplete/unclear documentation and finalize code determinations.

  • Resolve coding edits/denials and meet TAT, productivity, and quality KPIs.

  • Perform and respond to coding quality audits; document discrepancies and corrective actions.

  • Educate and mentor on coding quality, documentation standards, and compliance.

  • Utilize multiple EMR/coding software applications and Microsoft Office for analysis and reporting.

  • Maintain active certifications and adhere to AAPC/AHIMA ethical standards.


Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Active coding credential: CPC, CPC‑H, CCS or CCS‑P (CPC‑A & GYN not accepted) OR RN with 5+ years of coding experience.

  • 2+ years of professional medical coding experience.

  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook.

  • Solid working knowledge of ICD‑10‑CM, CPT, HCPCS, NCCI and documentation rules.

Preferred

  • Hospital and/or physician practice coding experience.

  • Specialty coding exposure (e.g., musculoskeletal, neurology, neurosurgery, surgery, emergency medicine).

  • Proven experience performing coding audits and quality reviews.

(Note: While classic pharma PV tools like MedDRA/GVP/ICH‑GCP are not core to this role, candidates must demonstrate deep expertise with ICD‑10‑CM/CPT/HCPCS, NCCI, HCC, federal & payer policies, and audit/compliance standards.)


Perks & Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans

  • 401(k) contribution & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

  • Incentive & recognition programs

  • Robust PTO & paid holidays

  • Continuous CE/CME, certification maintenance & career growth across Optum/UHG


Company Description (SEO-rich)

Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group, is a technology-enabled healthcare leader that connects millions to better care, pharmacy benefits, actionable data, and value-based solutions. With a national footprint and clinician-led teams, Optum drives coding quality, compliance, and health equity while optimizing the health system for patients, providers, and payers.


Work Mode

Remote / Telecommute (Anywhere in the U.S.)


Apply Now

Ready to elevate coding quality and compliance at scale? Apply now and grow your coding & auditing career with Optum’s national remote team.