Senior Medical Coding & Abstraction Lead

AMERICAN HOSPITAL; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN HOSPITAL in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Medical Records coder to lead staff who review, interpret, code and abstract clinical information. You will ensure ICD-10-CM and CPT coding accuracy and support DRG designation and data quality for DHA e-claims submission.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Health Information Technology, CCS/CCA/CPC certification, and strong knowledge of medical terminology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health Information Technology or related field.
• CCS/CCA/CPC certification required.
• CPMA or CDIP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Abstracts periodic data of claims requiring coding completion for assignment.
• Ensures that claims are coded completely before submission.
• Manages activities around reviewing and coding inpatient/outpatient records.
• Maintains diagnostic/procedural coding system per directives.
• Implements a formal audit process and uses tools to monitor coding accuracy.
• Performs data quality reviews for ICD-10-CM, CPT and DRG accuracy.
• Produces inpatient case mix reports and analyzes DRG patterns.
• Evaluates documentation quality to ensure proper code selection and payments.
• Provides or arranges training on coding guidelines and documentation.
• Maintains knowledge of coding certifications and conducts advanced coding work.
• Selects and trains staff; manages workload and leave requests.
• Demonstrates competency in coding software and HIM systems.
• Develops organization-wide coding guidelines and training for physicians.
• Ensures Physician Queries are issued and tracked for reference.
• Participates in payer/regulatory audits and negotiates remarks.
• Maintains confidentiality of department activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

ICD coding

CPT coding

DRG coding

Anatomy knowledge

Medical terminology

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Technology

Tools

HIS software

Job description

AMERICAN HOSPITAL in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Medical Records coder to lead staff who review, interpret, code and abstract clinical information. You will ensure ICD-10-CM and CPT coding accuracy and support DRG designation and data quality for DHA e-claims submission.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Health Information Technology, CCS/CCA/CPC certification, and strong knowledge of medical terminology.