Medical Coder

Tanqeeb; Al Ain; On-site; AED 78,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb is seeking an experienced Medical Coder to accurately assign ICD-10 and CPT codes and to review documentation for accuracy and compliance. The role requires collaboration with clinicians to resolve ambiguous notes and ensure clean claims.

Candidates should have an associate degree in health information technology or related field, CPC or CCS certification preferred, and at least two years of coding experience in a clinical setting using EHRs and coding software.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in health information technology or related field preferred.
• CPC or CCS certification highly desirable.
• At least 2 years of hands-on medical coding experience.
• Experience with EHR systems and coding software required.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assign diagnosis and procedure codes using ICD-10 and CPT.
• Review clinical documentation to ensure codes support the medical record.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation.
• Stay updated on coding guidelines and payer requirements to minimize denials.

Skills

Medical coding

ICD-10 coding

CPT coding

Documentation review

Education

Associate degree in Health Information Technology

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems

Coding software

Job description

• Accurately assign diagnosis and procedure codes using ICD-10 and CPT coding systems to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
• Review clinical documentation to ensure it supports the codes assigned, enhancing the integrity of the medical record.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to clarify ambiguous documentation and improve coding accuracy.
• Stay updated on coding guidelines, regulations, and payer requirements to minimize claim denials.

Desired Candidate Profile

• A minimum of an associate degree in health information technology or a related field is preferred.

• Certification as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) is highly desirable.

• At least 2 years of hands-on experience in medical coding within a clinical setting is essential.

• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems and coding software is critical for efficiency.