Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist
Analyzes clinical documentation to ensure accurate code translation for hospital services. Requires current certification as a CCDS, CDIP, or CCS.
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# Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist - Remote ## Caring. Connecting. Growing together. [Back to nav](https://careers.unitedhealthgroup.com/job/los-alamitos/clinical-documentation-improvement-specialist-remote/34088/101706451072#nav-anchor-anchor-our-values) ## Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist - Remote **Requisition number:** 2393172 **Job category:** Medical & Clinical Operations Los Alamitos, California **Date posted:** 10/08/2026 Exempt **Travel:** No ### Share this job 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.** Jobs in this function provide coding and coding auditing services directly to providers. This includes the analysis and translation of medical and clinical diagnoses, procedures, injuries, or illnesses into designated numerical codes. *Employees in jobs labeled with 'SCA' must support a government Service Contract Act (SCA) agreement. You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. **Primary Responsibilities:** 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. **Required Qualifications:** **Preferred Qualifications:** - If RN, BSN degree - Current certification as a CCDS, CDIP or CCS - Excellent verbal and written skills including solid organizational skills *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). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. 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 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._ _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._ [Internal apply](https://uhg.taleo.net/careersection/10020/jobapply.ftl?job=2393172) Bookmark job [Back to nav](https://careers.unitedhealthgroup.com/job/los-alamitos/clinical-documentation-improvement-specialist-remote/34088/101706451072#nav-anchor-anchor-responsibilities) ## Benefits ### Brooke G. [Back to nav](https://careers.unitedhealthgroup.com/job/los-alamitos/clinical-documentation-improvement-specialist-remote/34088/101706451072#nav-anchor-anchor-related-content)
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