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Junior Medical Coder

Optum
Optum
0-2 years
Not Disclosed
10 April 7, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time 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

Job Title: Junior Medical Coder
Requisition Number: 2279731
Job Category: Medical & Clinical Operations
Location: Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, IN

Company Overview:
Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group, is a global health services company using technology and data to improve care delivery and health outcomes. The organization fosters a culture of diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning, offering its employees robust benefits and career advancement opportunities.


Primary Responsibilities:

  • Review and analyze patient medical records to assign accurate codes

  • Follow established coding guidelines and regulatory standards

  • Learn and effectively utilize medical coding software

  • Apply foundational knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology to interpret documentation

  • Stay up to date with changes in the medical coding field through training sessions

  • Maintain confidentiality and protect the security of patient information

  • Adhere to company policies, including flexibility in work assignments, shift changes, or relocations


Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in:

    • Medical Science

    • Life Science / Bioscience

    • Pharmacy / Pharmaceutical Sciences

    • Nursing or Allied Health

  • Basic knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology

  • Familiarity with ICD-10 guidelines and correct implementation

  • Ability to review and assess the accuracy and completeness of medical records


Preferred Qualifications:

  • AAPC or AHIMA certification

  • Experience in Risk Adjustment coding