Coder Executive

Sagility India; Chennai District, Coimbatore District; On-site; INR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Sagility India is seeking enthusiastic CPC certified freshers to join our Medical Coding team in Chennai. You will review records, assign codes using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS, and learn payer guidelines.

Fresh graduates with CPC certification and Life Sciences background are encouraged to apply. Training and career growth opportunities in the healthcare revenue cycle management field are provided.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in medical terminology and anatomy.
• Working knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS guidelines.
• Ability to analyze and resolve coding queries with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Review patient records and assign codes using ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS.
• Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with payer guidelines.
• Maintain productivity and quality benchmarks as defined by the organization.
• Identify documentation gaps and elevate coding-related queries when required.
• Stay updated with coding guidelines, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Participate in training sessions and continuous learning initiatives.

Skills

Medical terminology

ICD-10-CM knowledge

CPT/HCPCS coding knowledge

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Willingness to work rotational shifts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Greetings from Sagility!

We are looking for enthusiastic and detail-oriented CPC Certified Freshers to join our Medical Coding team. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates who have obtained their AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification and are looking to build a career in the healthcare revenue cycle management (RCM) industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Review patient medical records and assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.
• Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with payer-specific guidelines and industry standards.
• Maintain productivity and quality benchmarks as defined by the organization.
• Identify documentation gaps and elevate coding-related queries when required.
• Stay updated with coding guidelines, healthcare regulations, and coding compliance requirements.
• Participate in training sessions and continuous learning initiatives.

Education

• Any Life Sciences graduate with relevant educational background

Certification

• Mandatory: Valid AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification.

Experience

• Freshers are welcome to apply.
• Candidates with up to 1 year of medical coding experience may also be considered.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and disease processes.
• Basic knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and basic computer applications.
• Willingness to work in rotational shifts, if required.