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Associate Medical Coder

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: Associate Medical Coder
Requisition Number: 2275374
Job Category: Medical & Clinical Operations
Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, IN

Company Overview:
Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group, is a global healthcare organization leveraging technology and data to improve health outcomes. The company emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and career development while striving to create a healthier world by addressing healthcare disparities and driving systemic improvements.


Primary Responsibilities:

  • Code inpatient and/or outpatient medical records using ICD-10 and/or CPT-4 in accordance with department guidelines

  • Maintain a minimum of 95% accuracy in code selection and sequencing

  • Abstract and index records accurately and consistently

  • Meet departmental productivity standards for coding and data entry

  • Participate in coding meetings and training sessions to maintain up-to-date skills

  • Display flexibility in work hours when needed

  • Attend conference calls as needed to provide coding-related insights

  • Develop strong working relationships within the department and hospital teams

  • Comply with confidentiality and company policies, including flexibility in work environment, team changes, and shift adjustments


Required Qualifications:

  • Graduate (any discipline)

  • Certified fresher or experienced medical coder

  • Must hold current coding certification from AAPC or AHIMA

    • Accepted certifications: CPC, CCS, CIC, COC (any one)

  • Must provide valid certification ID at the time of interview or offer


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Job Title: Associate Medical Coder
Requisition Number: 2275374
Job Category: Medical & Clinical Operations
Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, IN

Company Overview:
Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group, is a global healthcare organization leveraging technology and data to improve health outcomes. The company emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and career development while striving to create a healthier world by addressing healthcare disparities and driving systemic improvements.


Primary Responsibilities:

  • Code inpatient and/or outpatient medical records using ICD-10 and/or CPT-4 in accordance with department guidelines

  • Maintain a minimum of 95% accuracy in code selection and sequencing

  • Abstract and index records accurately and consistently

  • Meet departmental productivity standards for coding and data entry

  • Participate in coding meetings and training sessions to maintain up-to-date skills

  • Display flexibility in work hours when needed

  • Attend conference calls as needed to provide coding-related insights

  • Develop strong working relationships within the department and hospital teams

  • Comply with confidentiality and company policies, including flexibility in work environment, team changes, and shift adjustments


Required Qualifications:

  • Graduate (any discipline)

  • Certified fresher or experienced medical coder

  • Must hold current coding certification from AAPC or AHIMA

    • Accepted certifications: CPC, CCS, CIC, COC (any one)

  • Must provide valid certification ID at the time of interview or offer