Healthcare Advocate - Field-Based Position | Honolulu, Hawaii

Healthcare Advocate Optum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to help us deliver results that improve lives? Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Healthcare Advocate serves as a strategic partner to physicians, medical groups, IPAs, and hospitals, supporting accurate documentation and coding practices to ensure a complete and accurate health picture of members across government and regulated lines of business, including Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and ACA. This role focuses on improving quality of care, closing gaps in care, and driving performance in Risk Adjustment and Quality programs through education, collaboration, and data-driven strategies. This is a field-based position covering travel territory based in Honolulu, HI.

Offer guidance on EMR/EHR system issues impacting documentation and coding accuracy. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement prospective programs as directed by leadership Educate providers on Medicare quality programs and CMS-HCC Risk Adjustment methodology, emphasizing the importance of accurate chart documentation for proper reimbursement Support providers in ensuring documentation aligns with ICD-10 and CPT II coding guidelines and national standards Deliver ICD-10 HCC coding training and develop tools for providers and office staff Provide measurable, actionable solutions to improve documentation and coding accuracy Partner with physicians, coders, and facility staff on Risk Adjustment and Quality education efforts Assist in chart collection and analysis as needed Demonstrated communication skills with ability to engage multiple stakeholders and collaborate across teams Self-driven, goal-oriented, and able to work independently while prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines

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. 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.