Senior Clinical Coder: ICD-10 Expert for Cancer Care

National Cancer Centre Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS) is seeking a Clinical Coder to accurately abstract and code diagnoses and procedures, liaising with doctors and healthcare professionals to ensure coding accuracy.

The role involves coding audits, quality assurance, and Mediclaim coding, with training provided. Minimum qualification is a Diploma in Nursing / Health Science or Medical Degree, plus 1–5 years’ experience. Proficiency in MS Office and ICD-10-AM coding is required.

Qualifications

• Min. Diploma in Nursing / Health Science or Medical Degree with 1–5 years’ relevant working experience as a Clinical Coder.
• ICD-10-AM Coding Certification or MOH Basic Coding Certification required.
• Meticulous with strong analytical, interpersonal, communication skills, and values teamwork.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Training will be provided according to NCCS cases.

Responsibilities

• Examine and analyse patient medical records to identify relevant diagnoses, treatments, and procedures
• Ensure that medical documentation is accurate, complete, and meets coding guidelines
• Assign appropriate alphanumeric codes to diagnoses, procedures, and services based on ICD-10 for procedures
• Adhere to coding standards, regulations, and compliance requirements with health insurance providers and government agencies
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to clarify documentation and obtain additional information
• Participate in coding audits and quality assurance initiatives to ensure accuracy and integrity of coded data
• Assist in Mediclaim coding
• Any reasonable ad-hoc duties assigned

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Diploma in Nursing / Health Science

Medical Degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS) is seeking a Clinical Coder to accurately abstract and code diagnoses and procedures, liaising with doctors and healthcare professionals to ensure coding accuracy.

The role involves coding audits, quality assurance, and Mediclaim coding, with training provided. Minimum qualification is a Diploma in Nursing / Health Science or Medical Degree, plus 1–5 years’ experience. Proficiency in MS Office and ICD-10-AM coding is required.