Medical Coder

DNA Growth; Ludhiana; On-site; INR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

DNA Growth is hiring a Medical Coder for on-site duties in Ludhiana. You will read and code patient records using ICD-10 and CPT, ensuring accuracy and compliance with guidelines. The role requires a life sciences or related degree and 1–2 years of hands-on coding experience.

Preferred CPC certification, strong attention to detail, and ability to mentor trainees while maintaining productivity and quality benchmarks. Working hours are 12 noon to 9 pm IST with one Saturday per month.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in life sciences, nursing, pharmacy or related field.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or equivalent preferred.
• 1–2 years hands-on medical coding experience.

Responsibilities

• Read, review, and code medical records using ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS as applicable.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with coding guidelines.
• Identify discrepancies and query clinicians for clarification.
• Mentor trainee coders and support productivity and quality targets.

Skills

Medical terminology

ICD-10/CPT coding

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Communication skills

IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Doc Man

EMIS Web

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent (life sciences, nursing, pharmacy)

CPC certification

Tools

Doc Man

EMIS Web

Job description

About us:

DNA Growth is a leading professional services firm specializing in offering business planning and virtual CFO solutions to startup and mid-enterprise clientele in North America and the MENA region. We combine people, processes, and tech to empower our client's growth and success.

Job Title:

Medical Coder (1-2 Years Experience)

Website:

www.dnagrowth.com

Location:

Ludhiana (On-site)

Working Days & Time:

12 noon to 9 pm IST & 1 Saturday working in every month.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Independently read, review, and accurately code incoming medical correspondence and patient records using standard coding classifications (e.g., ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, as applicable).
• Apply working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and clinical documentation to assign correct codes with minimal supervision.
• Ensure coded information, investigations, diagnoses, and follow-ups are accurate, complete, and compliant with relevant coding guidelines.
• Identify discrepancies, missing documentation, or coding errors and elevate/query with clinicians for clarification.
• Alert clinicians to medical problems, new diagnoses, or medications that need follow-up.
• Notify GPs, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals of new chronic diseases requiring ongoing monitoring.
• Support and mentor trainee coders as needed, reviewing their work for accuracy where required.
• Maintain productivity and quality benchmarks consistent with 1-2 years of hands-on coding experience.
• Stay updated on coding guideline changes, payer-specific rules, and compliance requirements.

Education/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification (life sciences, nursing, pharmacy, or related field preferred).
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or equivalent certification preferred.
• 1-2 years of hands-on experience in medical coding, preferably in a similar role.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong working knowledge of medical terminology and its translation into accurate codes on patient records.
• Practical experience applying ICD-10/CPT coding guidelines in a real-world setting.
• Strong attention to detail with a demonstrated track record of accuracy.
• Ability to work with data, identifying patterns, trends, and anomalies.
• Excellent communication skills with colleagues and healthcare professionals; positive, proactive, and informative approach.
• Good working knowledge of IT packages including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with or ability to quickly learn coding/EHR software such as Doc Man and EMIS Web.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines while maintaining a high degree of accuracy.
• Able to work independently and largely unsupervised.
• Efficient, reliable, and committed to delivering quality work consistently.