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Senior Clinical Administrative Coordinator

Optum
Optum
1-3 years
Not Disclosed
Noida, India
10 March 12, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ 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

Senior Clinical Administrative Coordinator

Company: Optum (UnitedHealth Group)
Location: Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
Department: Medical & Clinical Operations
Job Type: Full-Time
Requisition Number: 2347866

Experience Required: Minimum 1–3 Years in Medical Coding, Clinical Operations, Healthcare Claims Review, or Related Healthcare Roles
Education: Graduate Degree in Allied Medical Health (Nursing, Physiotherapy, Radiologic Technology, Pharmacy, or Related Healthcare Discipline)

About Optum
Optum, a part of UnitedHealth Group, is a global healthcare services and technology company focused on improving health outcomes through innovation, data-driven insights, and advanced healthcare solutions. The organization connects patients, providers, and healthcare systems through technology-enabled services that improve care delivery, optimize pharmacy benefits, and enhance access to healthcare resources.

With a strong global presence, Optum works to improve healthcare systems while supporting professionals who are committed to advancing patient care and operational excellence in the healthcare industry.

Job Overview
Optum is seeking a Senior Clinical Administrative Coordinator to support healthcare claims review and medical coding investigation activities within the Medical & Clinical Operations team. This role involves reviewing prepayment claims, analyzing medical records, and ensuring compliance with healthcare coding standards and payer policies.

The role focuses on identifying potential discrepancies in medical claims, supporting fraud and abuse investigations, and ensuring accurate reimbursement processes. The position also provides guidance to team members on complex coding cases and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to resolve claims-related issues.

Key Responsibilities

Healthcare Claims Review and Coding Investigation

  • Review prepayment healthcare claims alongside supporting medical records to verify payment accuracy.

  • Analyze CPT coding guidelines, payer policies, and contractual agreements relevant to clinical claim reviews.

  • Identify inconsistencies or potential cases of healthcare fraud, waste, or abuse in medical claims.

Clinical Coding and Documentation Analysis

  • Evaluate clinical documentation and medical records to ensure appropriate coding practices.

  • Provide guidance on CPT coding standards and coding-related queries during investigation processes.

  • Ensure compliance with healthcare coding regulations and payer requirements.

Stakeholder Coordination and Issue Resolution

  • Participate in meetings with clients, healthcare providers, legal representatives, and internal teams to address claim disputes and coding concerns.

  • Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to resolve claim-related inquiries.

  • Assist in managing provider communications related to coding investigations.

Project and Operational Support

  • Support internal and external projects related to healthcare claims analysis and coding investigation processes.

  • Analyze operational data and contribute to performance improvement initiatives.

  • Continuously monitor claim inventories to ensure adherence to defined service level agreements and performance targets.

Team Collaboration and Mentorship

  • Provide mentoring and guidance to team members on complex coding investigations and claim review processes.

  • Assist colleagues with problem-solving related to challenging clinical coding scenarios.

  • Contribute to team knowledge sharing and operational improvements.

Required Skills and Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of medical coding standards including CPT and ICD classification systems.

  • Analytical skills to review medical documentation and identify coding discrepancies.

  • Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in healthcare claims investigations.

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in clinical documentation review.

  • Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

  • Proficiency in computer-based applications and healthcare data systems.

Professional Requirements

  • Graduate degree in Allied Medical Health such as Nursing, Physiotherapy, Radiologic Technology, Pharmacy, or related healthcare disciplines.

  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification preferred or willingness to obtain certification through AAPC if required.

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in clinical coding, medical claims review, or healthcare operations.

  • Experience working in BPO healthcare services or insurance-related healthcare operations is preferred.

  • Familiarity with healthcare insurance billing and medical coding practices is advantageous.

Why Join Optum
Optum provides healthcare professionals with opportunities to work at the intersection of healthcare, data, and technology. Employees benefit from career development programs, global exposure, and a collaborative work culture focused on improving health outcomes and advancing healthcare innovation.

Job Location
Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India.