Medical Coder

NMC; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Dubai is seeking a Medical Coder to ensure proper coding of claims in accordance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Allied Health Sciences, relevant coding certifications, and at least two years of experience. Proficiency in English is essential, and knowledge of Arabic is advantageous. This is a full-time role to support effective patient billing and coding practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of coding experience.
• Fluent in English, Arabic is a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Ensures proper coding of claims.
• Reviews information as documented by Physician.
• Analyzes patient charts for diagnosis coding.
• Consults Physicians for clarification.
• Ensures codes tally with Physician’s diagnosis.
• Provides feedback to Doctors on coding errors.
• Circulate coding related information.
• Evaluate claims resubmission related to coding.

Skills

Fluent spoken and written English

Sound Knowledge in MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Allied Health Sciences or related areas

Certified Coding Associate (CCA) certification

Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification

Job description

Medical Coder Jobs in Dubai, UAE

Job Description

Ensures proper coding of claims in reference to the documentation present which is to be in compliance with the regulator’s coding guidelines.

Responsibilities

Reviews information as documented by Physician in medical record and Ensures coding is as per DHA guidelines and regulations.

1. Analyzes patient charts carefully to know the diagnosis and represent every item with specific codes.
2. Consults Physicians for further clarification and understanding of patient charts to avoid any misinterpretations.
3. Ensures that codes (CPT) tally with Physician’s diagnosis (ICD) – checks for documentation of medical necessity.
4. Provides feedback to Doctors regarding coding errors or oversig hts.
5. Circulate coding related information/Issues encountered in billing to identify trends and have them resolved.
6. Provide accurate answers to queries on coding from any concerned teams
7. Evaluate and assist in resubmission of claims in reference to coding related denials.

Performs other Duties as assigned by HOD.

Qualifications

• A graduate with Bachelor’s Degree in Allied Health Sciences or related areas with at least two (2) years of coding experience with valid Certified Coding Associate (CCA) certification from American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification from American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
• Fluent spoken and written English. Spoken Arabic is advantageous but not essential.
• Sound Knowledge in MS Office.