Vacancy for Medical Coding Fresher (Authorization Executive)

Cigma Medical Coding; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bond: 2 Years

Job summary

Cigma Medical Coding in Kochi (Infopark) is hiring Medical Coding Fresher for Authorization Executive. You will review and code medical documents, process claims, and ensure compliant coding practices within the billing cycle. This is a full-time, on-site role with immediate joining and 20 vacancies.

Eligibility includes BA/BCom or non-life science degrees with minimum 60% in relevant academics; certification is not mandatory but preferred for candidates. Bond: 2 years. Walk-in interviews apply.

Qualifications

• BA/ BCom or Non Life Science graduates with minimum 60% in 10th, 12th and UG (any two).
• Certification not mandatory; certified candidates are preferred.
• Good knowledge of medical coding systems and terminologies.
• Fresher position for authorization duties.

Responsibilities

• Review medical documents and translate them into medical codes.
• Process medical claims for reimbursement to insurers.
• Compile and maintain medical records.
• Abstract key data from medical information.
• Analyze data to identify trends and improve the claims process.
• Develop strategies to reduce claim denial rates and communicate with clients.
• Code inpatient documents including surgeries, tests and diagnoses to fit billing cycles.

Skills

Medical coding knowledge

Regulatory requirements

Auditing concepts

Medical terminologies

Education

BA/BCom/Non Life Science Graduates

Job description

Vacancy for Medical Coding Fresher (Authorization Executive)

• Job Status : Open
• 19 th October 2026

CJN- 572/2026 - Vacancy for Medical Coding Fresher (Authorization Executive)

Vacancy published date: 08/10/2026

Last date of application: 17/10/2026

Job Requirements:

• Qualifications: BA/ BCom/ Non Life Science Graduates
• Certification : Not Mandatory (Certified candidates are preferred)
• Academic Performance: Minimum 60% in 10th, 12th, and UG (Any Two)
• Good knowledge of medical coding systems, medical terminologies, regulatory requirements, auditing concepts and principles.

Job Descriptions:

• Review medical documents like lab reports, physician's notes, and diagnoses to translate them into medical codes. Medical coders also review and process medical claims for reimbursement to insurance companies.
• Compiling, processing, and maintaining medical records.
• Abstracting key data from the medical information
• Analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement in the claims process.
• Develop strategies to reduce claim denial rates through improved communication with clients. 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.

Job Summary:

Job Type: Full Time

Mode of Work: Work from Office

Number of Vacancies: 20

Process: Authorization

Interview Mode: Direct Walk-in

Ability to commute/relocate: Infopark, Kochi

Bond: 2 Years

IMMEDIATE JOINING

Selection process:

1. Assessment

2. Technical Round

3. HR Discussion