Medical Coder

Career Guideline; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 702,000 - 858,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Guideline in Bangalore is seeking a Medical Coder with 13 years of experience to review patient records, assign codes, and ensure compliant reimbursements. The role requires CPC/CCS certification and strong knowledge of CPT, ICD-9-CM, HCPCS, and AMA guidelines.

The position is office-based in Bangalore with a general shift and up to 7.8 LPA CTC. Candidates should have solid MS Office skills and excellent communication to contribute to MIS reporting and denials management.

Qualifications

• Graduate/Postgraduate (Science) required.
• CPC or CCS Certification mandatory.
• 13 years of Medical Coding experience required.
• Experience in Neuro, E&M + Cardio, Ortho, IVR, or E&M + Surgery + Cardio preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Medical Terminology, CPT, ICD-9-CM, HCPCS, and AMA Guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Review patient medical records and assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes.
• Apply CPT, ICD-9-CM, HCPCS, and AMA coding guidelines.
• Ensure accurate coding for appropriate reimbursement.
• Perform quality checks and maintain coding accuracy.
• Handle coding denials, appeals, and MIS reporting.
• Ensure compliance with client and information security requirements.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Anatomy & Physiology

CPT

ICD-9-CM

HCPCS

AMA Guidelines

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

CPC or CCS Certification

Graduate/Postgraduate (Science)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Hiring: Medical Coder / Senior Medical Coder

Location: Bangalore

Work Mode: Work from Office

Shift: General Shift

Experience: 13 Years

CTC: Up to 7.8 LPA

Notice period : 30 days

Key Responsibilities:

• Review patient medical records and assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes.


• Apply CPT, ICD-9-CM, HCPCS, and AMA coding guidelines.


• Ensure accurate coding for appropriate reimbursement.


• Perform quality checks and maintain coding accuracy.


• Handle coding denials, appeals, and MIS reporting.


• Ensure compliance with client and information security requirements.

Eligibility:

• Graduate/Postgraduate (Science).


• CPC or CCS Certification is mandatory.


• 13 years of Medical Coding experience.


• Experience in any one of the following specialties: Neuro, E&M + Cardio, Ortho, IVR, or E&M + Surgery + Cardio.


• Strong knowledge of Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, CPT, ICD-9-CM, HCPCS, and AMA Guidelines.


• Good communication skills and proficiency in MS Office.