Walk-in | Medical Coder Trainee

Medcode; Coimbatore District; On-site; INR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Medcode in Coimbatore seeks fresh graduates for Trainee HCC Medical Coders. You will undergo training in Hierarchical Condition Category coding and review medical records to assign ICD-10-CM codes as per guidelines.

Responsibilities include analyzing documentation, applying coding standards, and ensuring accuracy and productivity during and after training. Rotation or night shifts may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• Education in Life Science, Paramedical or healthcare-related fields.
• Strong knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology and ICD-10-CM.
• Fresher with interest in medical coding and risk adjustment.
• Familiarity with US healthcare coding guidelines is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to shift requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze patient medical records for coding.
• Assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes accurately.
• Identify HCC mappings for risk adjustment.
• Follow coding guidelines and client requirements.
• Maintain data confidentiality and quality standards.

Skills

ICD-10-CM knowledge

HCC coding concepts

Anatomy & Physiology

Medical Terminology

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

US healthcare knowledge

Education

Life Science / Paramedical / Healthcare-related graduates

Tools

Coding software

Job description

Job Title: Trainee Medical Coder HCC

Department: Medical Coding

Experience: Fresher - Any graduate

Job Location: Coimbatore

Employment Type: Full-Time

We are looking for enthusiastic and detail-oriented fresh graduates to join our Medical Coding team as Trainee HCC Medical Coders. The selected candidates will undergo training in HCC (Hierarchical Condition Category) coding and will be responsible for reviewing medical records and accurately assigning ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes as per coding and risk adjustment guidelines.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Review and analyze patient medical records and clinical documentation.
• Assign accurate ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes based on the documentation provided.
• Understand and identify diagnoses that map to HCC categories for risk adjustment.
• Apply coding guidelines and company/client-specific requirements.
• Ensure coding accuracy, quality, and productivity as per organizational standards.
• Identify discrepancies or incomplete documentation and upscale them to the appropriate team.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient health information and adhere to data privacy requirements.
• Participate in training, assessments, quality feedback, and continuous learning programs.
• Meet assigned productivity and quality targets after successful completion of training.

Eligibility Criteria

• Education: Life Science / Paramedical / Healthcare-related graduates preferred.
• Certification: CPC / CCS / CRC or equivalent medical coding certification may be preferred, depending on the hiring requirement.
• Strong knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology, Medical Terminology, and ICD-10-CM.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Candidates should be flexible to work in rotational or night shifts, if required.

Preferred Skills

• Basic understanding of Medical Coding and US Healthcare.
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM coding guidelines.
• Understanding of HCC and Risk Adjustment concepts will be an added advantage.
• Ability to learn quickly and work effectively in a team environment.

Selection Process

1. Assessment
2. Technical Interview
3. HR Interview