Multispecialty Certified Coder ( EM & ED)

Shearwater Health; Chennai; On-site; INR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Shearwater Health is seeking a highly skilled Multispecialty Medical Coder with expertise in Evaluation & Management (E&M) coding across outpatient, inpatient, and emergency department services. The candidate should be proficient in ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and E&M guidelines, with a track record of accurate coding across multiple physician specialties.

Responsibilities include reviewing records, coding for OP/IP/ED, querying providers for clarification, maintaining productivity and

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of E&M coding for OP, IP, and ED services.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR platforms and coding software.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records and assign accurate E&M, ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
• Perform coding for Outpatient and Inpatient services in accordance with coding guidelines.
• Analyze physician documentation and query providers when clarification is required.
• Ensure compliance with CMS, AMA, AHIMA, and AAPC coding standards.
• Maintain productivity and quality targets as defined by the organization.
• Identify documentation deficiencies and provide feedback to improve coding accuracy.
• Stay updated on coding guideline changes and payer-specific requirements.
• Participate in internal and external coding audits and implement corrective actions.

Skills

E&M coding knowledge

EMR/EHR proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Life Sciences/Medical Sciences degree

Nursing or Pharmacy background

Tools

EMR/EHR software

Job description

Job description

Job Title: Medical Coder

Work Experience: 1+ years of experience in medical coding, certification mandatory.

Work Mode: Work from Office

Address: SHEARWATER HEALTH

Olympia Cyberspace, 3rd floor, Arulaiyammampet, SIDCO Industrial Estate, Guindy, Chennai, Tamilnadu-600032.

Salary: Competitive, Best in Industry

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Multispecialty Medical Coder with expertise in Evaluation & Management (E&M) coding across Outpatient (OP), Inpatient (IP), and Emergency Department (ED) services. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and E&M guidelines, with the ability to code records across multiple physician specialties while maintaining high levels of accuracy, productivity, and compliance.

• Review medical records and assign accurate E&M, ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
• Perform coding for Outpatient and Inpatient services in accordance with coding guidelines.
• Analyze physician documentation and query providers when clarification is required.
• Ensure compliance with CMS, AMA, AHIMA, and AAPC coding standards.
• Maintain productivity and quality targets as defined by the organization.
• Identify documentation deficiencies and provide feedback to improve coding accuracy.
• Stay updated on coding guideline changes and payer-specific requirements.
• Participate in internal and external coding audits and implement corrective actions.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate in Life Sciences, Medical Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, or related field.
• Certified coder preferred (CPC, COC, CCS, CCS-P, CIC).
• Strong understanding of E&M coding for OP, IP, and ED services.
• Proficient in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.
• Experience in physician coding across multiple specialties.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR platforms and coding software.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.