Medical Coder
- Omega Healthcare
- 1 - 6 years
- Chennai
- 12 days ago
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Job Description
Dear Candidate,
Job Summary: The ED Professional Coder is responsible for accurate and timely coding of emergency department (ED) services using ICD[1]10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.
This role ensures compliance with official coding guidelines and regulatory requirements to support optimal reimbursement and quality reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review and analyze ED medical records to assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes.
- Ensure coding compliance with federal and state regulations and guidelines, including CMS and HIPAA. Apply coding guidelines and conventions for ED encounters, including E/M leveling based on documentation.
- Communicate with ED physicians and clinical staff as needed for clarification or documentation improvement.
- Abstract relevant data for reporting and billing purposes.
- Assist with audits and quality reviews to ensure coding accuracy and integrity.
- Keep current with changes in coding standards and payer-specific rules.
- Collaborate with revenue cycle and compliance teams to resolve coding or billing issues.
Qualifications: Education:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Associates or Bachelors degree in Health Information Management or related field preferred. Certifications (Not Mandatory):
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) AAPC
- Certified Coding Specialist Physician-based (CCS-P) AHIMA
- Certified Emergency Department Coder (CEDC) AAPC (preferred)
Experience:
- Minimum of 6 months to 5 years coding experience in an ED or outpatient setting.
- Strong knowledge of CPT, ICD-10-CM, HCPCS, and E/M guidelines.
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and coding software.
Job Location: Chennai Location.
- Immediate Joiners Preferred.
- Salary Negotiable
Interested Candidates Share your resume to
Email : Pr***********************y@om*****s.com
Phone : 9677167***/ 9047593***
Contact Person: Priya Hr
Job Classification
Industry: BPM / BPOFunctional Area / Department: Healthcare & Life SciencesRole Category: Health InformaticsRole: Medical Biller / CoderEmployement Type: Full timeContact Details:
Company: Omega HealthcareLocation(s): Chennai
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