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Coding Specialists translate clinical documentation into ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes used for billing and compliance. Employers across hospital systems, insurance companies, and health IT firms regularly sponsor H-1B visas for this role, which qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in health information management or a related field.
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INTRODUCTION
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ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Charge Capture - Coding Analyst supports accurate coding, charge capture, billing compliance, and revenue integrity for Cardiac Catheterization and Interventional Radiology services. The role analyzes clinical documentation, coded data, charging workflows, and reimbursement requirements; identifies operational and compliance opportunities; and partners with clinical, coding, billing, and information technology teams to implement effective solutions.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Review Cardiac Catheterization, Electrophysiology (EP), and Interventional Radiology documentation, coding, and charge capture processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, regulatory compliance, and optimal reimbursement
- Perform comprehensive audits and analyses of coding, billing, and charge capture practices to identify revenue leakage, compliance risks, and opportunities for process improvement
- Research and resolve complex coding, documentation, billing, and reimbursement issues related to Cardiac Catheterization and Interventional Radiology services
- Maintain expertise in CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, NCCI edits, Medicare guidance, and payer-specific policies, and communicate relevant updates to operational and clinical stakeholders
- Serve as a subject matter expert and trusted resource for Cardiac Catheterization, EP Lab, and Interventional Radiology coding, billing, and revenue integrity practices
- Develop and deliver education and training on coding, documentation, charge capture, reimbursement, and compliance requirements
- Partner with physicians, department leaders, facility staff, revenue cycle teams, and operational stakeholders to improve coding accuracy, documentation quality, charge capture, and reimbursement outcomes
- Evaluate new and existing services to ensure appropriate charge capture processes, coding compliance, and alignment with industry and organizational best practices
- Identify system, workflow, and operational improvement opportunities and participate in the development and implementation of solutions that enhance billing accuracy and revenue performance
- Support EHR optimization and implementation initiatives by providing coding, charging, and revenue integrity expertise
- Coordinate and lead revenue integrity initiatives that strengthen compliant revenue capture through reimbursement analysis, workflow optimization, audit findings, and process improvements
- Prioritize and manage multiple projects and assignments while independently investigating and resolving complex issues within the area of expertise
- Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in supporting evolving departmental, regulatory, and organizational priorities
Organizational Responsibility
- Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization; behavior supports the organization's core commitments of Integrity, Service, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence, and Innovation
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION
- This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description. The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty
- Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position
- Training is provided relevant to the population served, based on scope of care of the service assignment
- Owensboro Health is committed to providing a safe working environment including training and access to person protective equipment necessary to this position. While performing duties of this position, occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens is present for all employees
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to obtain the Certified Interventional Radiology and Cardiovascular Coder (CIRCC) certification within one year of hire
- Active coding certification through AAPC or AHIMA (e.g., CPC, CCS, RHIT, RHIA, or equivalent)
- 3+ years of healthcare coding, billing, revenue cycle, revenue integrity, compliance, or charge capture experience, including direct experience with Cardiac Catheterization and Interventional Radiology services
- Experience using Epic to support coding review, charge capture, documentation validation, and revenue integrity activities
- Proven solid knowledge of CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, NCCI edits, modifiers, medical necessity requirements, and documentation standards applicable to Cardiac Catheterization and Interventional Radiology services
- Demonstrated understanding of hospital, clinic, and healthcare facility operations, including revenue cycle and reimbursement processes
- Experience analyzing coding, billing, charge capture, and reimbursement data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
- Proven solid analytical, critical thinking, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills
- Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present findings, recommendations, and educational content to clinical, operational, and leadership audiences
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Current CIRCC certification
- 3+ years of facility coding experience in a hospital or health system setting
- Experience supporting Revenue Integrity, Charge Capture, Charge Description Master (CDM), or Revenue Cycle initiatives
- Experience with reimbursement analysis, revenue leakage identification, auditing, and charge capture optimization
- Experience participating in EHR implementations, system enhancements, or workflow improvement initiatives
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $72,800 - $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Coding Specialist
Verify your SOC code before applying
Coding Specialist roles are typically filed under SOC 29-2072 (Medical Records Specialists). Confirm the employer's LCA uses this code, since a mismatched SOC can trigger an RFE or delay certification at DOL.
Document your credential equivalency early
USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation claims for coding roles. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before your employer files, especially if your health information degree is from outside the U.S.
Search LCA filings to find active sponsors
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by H-1B LCA filings for coding and health information roles, so you're targeting companies with a documented history of sponsoring this occupation, not guessing from job titles alone.
Target employers already E-Verify enrolled
Hospitals and health systems with federal contracts must use E-Verify, which also signals a streamlined onboarding process for H-1B hires. Ask HR whether the facility is enrolled before investing time in the interview process.
Negotiate your start date around cap deadlines
H-1B employment can't begin before October 1 of the fiscal year the petition was filed for. If you receive an offer in February, build at least a seven-month buffer into your start date discussion so the employer files in March.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to benchmark Level I vs Level II
Employers set your prevailing wage at one of four DOL levels. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your specific SOC code and metro area before your offer letter arrives, so you can spot a Level I filing on a senior-scope role.
H-1B Visa Coding Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Coding Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in health information management, medical coding, or a closely related field. Roles that list a degree as preferred rather than required may face RFEs. Employers strengthen the petition by referencing the O*NET profile for Medical Records Specialists and tying the job duties directly to degree-level coursework in anatomy, physiology, and coding systems.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Coding Specialist roles?
Hospital systems, revenue cycle management firms, health insurance companies, and health IT vendors are the most consistent sponsors for this occupation. Remote coding roles have expanded the pool significantly since 2020. Migrate Mate filters employers by verified LCA filing history for coding and health information roles, so you can identify active sponsors without manually searching DOL disclosure data.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement affect Coding Specialist offers?
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for the SOC code and geographic location listed on the LCA. For Coding Specialists, wage levels vary significantly by metro area and by whether the role is classified at Level I (entry) or Level II (qualified). Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC 29-2072 in your target city before accepting an offer to confirm the filing level matches your actual experience.
Can a Coding Specialist work remotely on an H-1B visa?
Yes, but each work location must have a certified LCA on file. If you work from a home office in a different metro area than your employer's address, a separate LCA may be required for that location. USCIS and DOL have both issued guidance on multi-location H-1B compliance. Confirm with your employer's immigration counsel whether your home address requires a separate posting and LCA before you begin remote work.
What happens to my H-1B status if I switch coding employers?
You can start working for a new H-1B sponsor as soon as the new employer files a non-frivolous petition on your behalf, under H-1B portability rules from AC21. You don't need to wait for approval. The new employer must file before your current status expires, and the role must be in the same or a similar occupational classification as your original petition. Keep copies of both your current I-94 and receipt notice from the previous employer.