Vacancy for Experienced Medical Coder (EM IP/OP)

Cigmahealthcare; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Cigmahealthcare in Bengaluru invites applications for an experienced Medical Coder (EM IP/OP). The role requires at least 1 year of experience and a mandatory medical coding certification. Strong knowledge of anatomy and coding systems is essential.

The position involves compiling medical records, coding inpatient encounters, and ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines. It is a full-time, office-based role with opportunities across EM IP/OP coding and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in medical coding is mandatory.
• Certification in medical coding is mandatory.
• Excellent knowledge of anatomy is required.
• Good knowledge of medical coding systems, terminologies, regulatory requirements, auditing concepts and principles.

Responsibilities

• Compile, process, and maintain medical records.
• Classify medical concepts into ICD/ICD-10 or other coding systems.
• Abstract key data from medical information.
• Code inpatient encounters, including surgeries and tests, and apply codes for reimbursement.
• Code records to meet billing cycles and hospital deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with coding guidelines and regulations.
• Communicate with clinical staff.
• Stay updated with industry standards.

Skills

1+ year experience

Anatomy knowledge

Medical coding knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Medical Coding Certification

Job description

Vacancy for Experienced Medical Coder (EM IP/OP)

• Job Status : On Hold
• 6 th January 2025

CJN- 287/2024 - Vacancy for Experienced Medical Coder (EM IP/OP)

Vacancy published date: 30/12/2024

Last date of application: 04/01/2025

Job Requirements:

• 1+ year of experience mandatory
• Certification is mandatory
• Excellent Knowledge in Anatomy.
• Good knowledge of medical coding systems, medical terminologies, regulatory requirements, auditing concepts and principles

Job Descriptions:

• Compiling, processing, and maintaining medical records.
• Classifying medical concepts into the healthcare industry's numerical coding system.
• Abstracting key data from the medical information.
• Review and code all documents for inpatient encounters, including surgeries, tests and diagnosis.
• Apply codes, which classify patient cases into groups that are used for reimbursement.
• Code records in a timely manner to meet billing cycles and hospital deadlines.
• Ensuring compliance with coding guidelines and regulations.
• Communicating with clinical staff.
• Keeping abreast of industry standards.

Salary: Best in the industry

Job Type: Full Time

Mode of Work: Work from Office

Number of Vacancies: 5

Process: EM IP/OP

Interview Mode: Online / Onsite

Ability to commute/relocate: Bangalore

Selection process:

1. Assessment
2. Technical Round
3. HR Discussion