Medical Coder Jobs for OPT Students
Medical Coder jobs on OPT require employers comfortable with F-1 work authorization. Most roles fall under healthcare administration, which qualifies as STEM-adjacent for some programs but not standard STEM OPT extension. Coding certifications like CPC or CCS strengthen your profile significantly with sponsors.
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Like you, UnitedHealth Group is strong on innovation. And like you, we'll go the distance to deliver high-quality care. As part of our clinical support team, you will be a key component in customer satisfaction and have a responsibility to make every contact informative, productive and positive for our members and providers. You'll have the opportunity to do live outreach, educating members about program benefits and services while also helping to manage member cases. Bring your skills and talents to a role where you'll have a chance to make an impact.
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Medical Coder delivers quality care starts with ensuring our processes and documentation standards are being met and kept at the highest level possible. This means working behind the scenes ensuring a payer-centric approach to care. As a medical coder you will suggest and review claim information and procedure codes for all specialties and health services. Ensuring proper records is just one way your work will impact on the health and wellness of our members on a huge scale.
SCHEDULE: A 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 7 am to 7:00pm. The schedule will be determined by the supervisor upon hire.
LOCATION: National remote
You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Analyzes and codes claim information in a timely and accurate manner
- Responsible for written explanations ensuring quality data and timely review
- Completes assigned work ensuring department benchmarks are met or exceeded consistently in accordance with current industry standards and use of current technologies
- Maintains professional skills and remains engaged in the goals and vision of the organization to ensure the department functions efficiently and accurately with integrity
- Performs other duties as assigned
WHAT ARE THE REASONS TO CONSIDER WORKING FOR UNITEDHEALTH GROUP? PUT IT ALL TOGETHER - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. SOME OF OUR OFFERINGS INCLUDE:
- Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
- Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
- Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
- 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Education Reimbursement
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
- Certified Coder: CPC, COC, CCS or other applicable coding certification through the AAPC and/or AHIMA required. Will consider CPC -A. OR Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Physician-based (CCS-P) certification through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and/or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) through American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
- 6+ months of experience with professional billing and coding reimbursement and third-party payers' regulations
- 6+ months of knowledge of medical terminology
- Access to a designated quiet workspace in your home (separated from non-workspace areas) with the ability to secure Protected Health Information (PHI)
- Live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to work with individuals at all organizational levels, particularly peers, team members, other departments, patients, and the community
- 6+ months of knowledge of durable medical equipment coding
- Intermediate level of computer proficiency of MS Office (MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point)
SOFT SKILLS:
- Ability to work independently and as a team, and maintain good judgment and accountability
- Demonstrated ability to work well with health care providers
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely, conveying information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret information from others
- All Telecommuters 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). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.38 to $36.44 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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 make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is 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 is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
INTRODUCTION
Like you, UnitedHealth Group is strong on innovation. And like you, we'll go the distance to deliver high-quality care. As part of our clinical support team, you will be a key component in customer satisfaction and have a responsibility to make every contact informative, productive and positive for our members and providers. You'll have the opportunity to do live outreach, educating members about program benefits and services while also helping to manage member cases. Bring your skills and talents to a role where you'll have a chance to make an impact.
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Medical Coder delivers quality care starts with ensuring our processes and documentation standards are being met and kept at the highest level possible. This means working behind the scenes ensuring a payer-centric approach to care. As a medical coder you will suggest and review claim information and procedure codes for all specialties and health services. Ensuring proper records is just one way your work will impact on the health and wellness of our members on a huge scale.
SCHEDULE: A 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 7 am to 7:00pm. The schedule will be determined by the supervisor upon hire.
LOCATION: National remote
You will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Analyzes and codes claim information in a timely and accurate manner
- Responsible for written explanations ensuring quality data and timely review
- Completes assigned work ensuring department benchmarks are met or exceeded consistently in accordance with current industry standards and use of current technologies
- Maintains professional skills and remains engaged in the goals and vision of the organization to ensure the department functions efficiently and accurately with integrity
- Performs other duties as assigned
WHAT ARE THE REASONS TO CONSIDER WORKING FOR UNITEDHEALTH GROUP? PUT IT ALL TOGETHER - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. SOME OF OUR OFFERINGS INCLUDE:
- Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
- Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
- Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
- 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Education Reimbursement
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
- Certified Coder: CPC, COC, CCS or other applicable coding certification through the AAPC and/or AHIMA required. Will consider CPC -A. OR Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Physician-based (CCS-P) certification through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and/or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) through American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
- 6+ months of experience with professional billing and coding reimbursement and third-party payers' regulations
- 6+ months of knowledge of medical terminology
- Access to a designated quiet workspace in your home (separated from non-workspace areas) with the ability to secure Protected Health Information (PHI)
- Live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to work with individuals at all organizational levels, particularly peers, team members, other departments, patients, and the community
- 6+ months of knowledge of durable medical equipment coding
- Intermediate level of computer proficiency of MS Office (MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point)
SOFT SKILLS:
- Ability to work independently and as a team, and maintain good judgment and accountability
- Demonstrated ability to work well with health care providers
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely, conveying information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret information from others
- All Telecommuters 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). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.38 to $36.44 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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 make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is 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 is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Medical Coder
Lead with your coding certification
CPC, CCS, or RHIA credentials signal immediate job readiness to hiring managers. Employers sponsoring OPT are taking on administrative work, so removing any doubt about your technical qualifications upfront makes the sponsorship conversation much easier to open.
Target mid-size healthcare systems over small clinics
Regional hospital networks and multi-specialty groups have dedicated HR teams familiar with work authorization paperwork. Small independent practices rarely have the infrastructure to support OPT, making them far less likely to sponsor even qualified candidates.
Highlight specialty coding experience precisely
Employers sponsor OPT because they need specific skills. Stating your experience with oncology, cardiology, or surgical coding is far more persuasive than listing general ICD-10 proficiency. Specialty fluency reduces training costs and justifies the sponsorship investment directly.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for OPT-friendly employers
Searching broadly wastes time on employers who won't sponsor. Migrate Mate surfaces medical coding roles specifically at companies open to OPT candidates, letting you focus your applications where authorization is already a known and accepted part of hiring.
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Do Medical Coder jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most medical coding roles do not qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension because the standard SOC code for medical coders falls under health information technicians, which is not on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. However, if your degree is in health informatics or a qualifying information technology field, you may qualify. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before assuming STEM eligibility.
How do I find Medical Coder employers who are open to sponsoring OPT?
The fastest approach is browsing Migrate Mate, which lists medical coding jobs filtered by employers already open to F-1 OPT candidates. Beyond that, revenue cycle management companies, large hospital networks, and national healthcare staffing firms are your most reliable targets. Smaller independent clinics and solo practices rarely have the HR infrastructure to manage OPT authorization paperwork.
Does a CPC or CCS certification help with OPT sponsorship in this field?
Significantly, yes. Employers sponsoring OPT candidates are accepting additional administrative burden, so they need strong confidence in your qualifications before committing. Holding a recognized credential from AAPC or AHIMA demonstrates job readiness and reduces the perceived risk of sponsoring someone who may need extended onboarding or training. Uncertified candidates face a much steeper path.
Can I work as a Medical Coder remotely while on OPT?
Yes. Remote work is permitted under OPT as long as the employment is authorized and your employer is legitimate. You must still report your employer and employment details to your DSO within the required reporting window. Remote medical coding roles at national healthcare companies can actually broaden your OPT-friendly options significantly, since those employers tend to have established sponsorship processes.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my medical coding contract ends before the authorization period expires?
You enter a 90-day unemployment allowance period, during which you can search for a new qualifying position without losing your OPT status. Medical coders on OPT should begin job searching immediately if a contract ends, since the 90 days runs continuously and any unemployment days from earlier in your OPT period count toward the total. Exceeding 90 cumulative days of unemployment violates OPT status.
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