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Quality Assurance Specialist

3+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Sept. 18, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences 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: Quality Assurance Specialist

Requisition Number: 2307007
Job Category: Medical & Clinical Operations
Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India


About Optum

Optum is a global organization that leverages technology and innovation to deliver care and help millions of people live healthier lives. By joining our team, you will directly contribute to improved health outcomes by connecting people with the right care, pharmacy benefits, data, and resources.

We offer:

  • A culture guided by inclusion and collaboration

  • Opportunities for career development and growth

  • Comprehensive benefits

  • A chance to make an impact on the communities we serve

Our Mission: Caring. Connecting. Growing together.


Primary Responsibilities

  • Perform QA audits across multiple projects.

  • Develop effective QA sampling and audit methodologies for assigned projects.

  • Monitor and measure quality trends in coding projects using analytical skills.

  • Conduct root cause analysis, identify knowledge gaps, and provide team training.

  • Review scope documents and guidelines for new clients before project initiation.

  • Lead pilot project delivery to meet client SLA on quality.

  • Review and customize standard coding guidelines as per client needs.

  • Identify error trends from client feedback and drive continuous improvement.

  • Conduct training on audit protocols, comment matrix, and best practices for auditors.

  • Provide responses to internal coding queries with proper rationale.

  • Ensure compliance with internal and external coding standards.

  • Adhere to employment terms, policies, and directives, including reassignments, work shifts, and flexible arrangements as business needs evolve.


Required Qualifications

  • Education: Degree in Life Sciences or Medical/Paramedical Sciences

  • Certification: Valid AAPC or AHIMA certification (mandatory)

  • Experience: Minimum 3+ years in HCC Risk Adjustment Coding

  • Knowledge & Skills:

    • Expertise in risk adjustment models (Medicare & Commercial)

    • Proficiency in ICD-10-CM guidelines, AHA coding clinic updates, and client-specific requirements


Commitment to Diversity & Equity

At UnitedHealth Group, we believe everyone deserves access to better health—regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, income, or location. We are dedicated to addressing health disparities, promoting equity, and reducing barriers to care. Additionally, we are committed to minimizing our environmental impact while improving global health outcomes.