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Junior 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: Junior Medical Coder

Requisition Number: 2280826
Job Category: Medical & Clinical Operations
Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India
Company: Optum (UnitedHealth Group)


About the Company:

Optum is a global healthcare organization powered by technology, aiming to improve health outcomes by connecting people with care, pharmacy benefits, and medical resources. Optum fosters a culture rooted in diversity, inclusion, and professional growth.


Primary Responsibilities:

  • Review and analyze patient medical records for accurate code assignment

  • Ensure adherence to medical coding guidelines and regulatory requirements

  • Learn and apply medical coding software

  • Interpret clinical documentation using knowledge of anatomy and physiology

  • Stay current with industry updates and attend training

  • Ensure confidentiality and security of patient information

  • Comply with employment contract, company policies, and directives (including potential location/team/shift changes)


Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in:

    • Medical Science

    • Life Science or Bioscience

    • Pharmacy or Pharmaceutical Sciences

    • Nursing or Medicine Allied Health

  • Strong foundation in:

    • Medical terminology

    • Anatomy and physiology

    • ICD-10 guidelines and implementation

  • Proficient in reviewing medical records for accuracy and completeness


Preferred Qualifications:

  • AAPC or AHIMA Certification

  • Experience with Risk Adjustment coding


Mission Commitment:

UnitedHealth Group is committed to health equity, environmental responsibility, and reducing healthcare disparities. They believe in inclusive care, accessible to all, regardless of background or income.