Medical Coding Executive

Achievers Spot; Dharmapuri; On-site; INR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Achievers Spot is seeking a meticulous Medical Coder to review medical records and assign codes using ICD, CPT, and HCPCS. The role emphasizes compliance with healthcare regulations, patient confidentiality, and collaboration with doctors to resolve documentation discrepancies. Training may be provided for coding standards.

Strong attention to detail and analytical skills are essential, with a healthcare background preferred. This is an on-site full-time opportunity in India.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities for medical terminology and records.
• Knowledge of medical coding basics; training may be provided.
• Good communication and collaboration with healthcare staff.
• Background in healthcare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review Medical Records to ensure accurate information for coding.
• Assign Codes using ICD, CPT, and HCPCS based on conditions and treatment.
• Ensure Compliance with healthcare regulations and privacy laws.
• Collaborate with Doctors and healthcare staff to clarify documentation and coding.
• Maintain Patient Confidentiality according to privacy laws.
• Stay Updated on changes in medical coding standards and regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Education

BDS

B.Pharma

B.Sc

B.E

BVSC

Job description

• Review Medical Records: Analyze patients medical documents to ensure all information is accurate and complete for coding.
• Assign Codes: Use appropriate coding systems such as ICD, CPT, and HCPCS to assign correct codes based on the patients' conditions and treatment.
• Ensure Compliance: Follow legal and regulatory guidelines to maintain coding accuracy and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Collaborate with Healthcare Professionals: Work closely with doctors and other healthcare workers to clarify any discrepancies in documentation and coding.
• Maintain Patient Confidentiality: Protect patient information by adhering to privacy laws and policies in all coding practices.
• Stay Updated: Continuously learn about changes in medical coding standards and healthcare regulations to maintain coding skills and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Review Medical Records: Analyze patients medical documents to ensure all information is accurate and complete for coding.
• Assign Codes: Use appropriate coding systems such as ICD, CPT, and HCPCS to assign correct codes based on the patients' conditions and treatment.
• Ensure Compliance: Follow legal and regulatory guidelines to maintain coding accuracy and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Collaborate with Healthcare Professionals: Work closely with doctors and other healthcare workers to clarify any discrepancies in documentation and coding.
• Maintain Patient Confidentiality: Protect patient information by adhering to privacy laws and policies in all coding practices.
• Stay Updated: Continuously learn about changes in medical coding standards and healthcare regulations to maintain coding skills and accuracy.

Required Skills And Expectations

Candidates should possess attention to detail, as even small errors can lead to billing issues and impact patient care. Strong analytical skills are necessary to interpret complex medical terminology and records. A knowledge of codings essential, though training may be provided. Good communication skills are expected for effective collaboration with healthcare staff. Candidates need a positive attitude and willingness to learn, demonstrating enthusiasm for the role. A background in healthcare, such as BDS, B.Pharma, B.Sc, B.E, or BVSC, is preferred.