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Coding Specialist

Ventra Health
Ventra health
1+ years
Not Disclosed
Chennai, India
10 Feb. 12, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Coding Specialist
Requisition ID: 2026-6317
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Mode: Onsite
Company: Ventra Health
Primary Location: Perungudi, Chennai, India
Additional Locations: Guindy (Chennai), Coimbatore, Hyderabad

Experience Required

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in medical coding or medical billing (medical billing experience preferred).

  • Experience with 2023 Medical Decision Making (MDM) Guidelines required.

Educational Qualification and Certification

  • High School Diploma or equivalent qualification.

  • RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) and/or CPC (Certified Professional Coder) certification required.

Role Overview
Ventra Health is seeking a Coding Specialist responsible for reviewing medical documentation, identifying diagnoses and procedures, and assigning accurate clinical codes in accordance with current regulatory and coding guidelines. The role focuses on ensuring coding accuracy, regulatory compliance, and documentation quality to support efficient revenue cycle management processes.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced healthcare services environment supporting facility-based physicians and healthcare organizations through compliant medical coding and data management practices.

About Ventra Health
Ventra Health is a leading business solutions provider specializing in revenue cycle management for facility-based physicians in anesthesia, emergency medicine, hospital medicine, pathology, and radiology. The company partners with hospitals, health systems, private practices, and ambulatory surgery centers to deliver data-driven solutions that improve reimbursement processes and operational efficiency while enabling clinicians to focus on patient care.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review medical records and clinical documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.

  • Assign appropriate ICD-10-CM, CPT codes, and modifiers based on documentation and current coding standards.

  • Perform ongoing analysis of medical records in compliance with CMS, CPT, and Ventra Health guidelines.

  • Ensure encounters are coded accurately and in accordance with regulatory and compliance requirements.

  • Conduct Medical Decision Making (MDM) review and provider quality assurance activities as required.

  • Document coding errors and assist coding management with resolution processes.

  • Support client and provider audit activities and compliance initiatives.

  • Assist in reviewing work completed by new coders and provide feedback on discrepancies.

  • Communicate documentation deficiencies to coding managers and relevant stakeholders.

  • Respond to queries from coding teams and support operational workflows.

  • Maintain confidentiality of patient, financial, and medical information in accordance with HIPAA and company policies.

  • Ensure adherence to organizational policies, procedures, and coding standards.

Required Skills and Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding systems and coding modifiers.

  • Ability to review and interpret clinical documentation for accurate code assignment.

  • Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and healthcare documentation standards.

  • Knowledge of medical record documentation requirements and regulatory compliance.

  • Ability to understand and apply state and federal healthcare regulations.

  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to work in a collaborative and fast-paced work environment.

  • Strong time management and organizational capabilities.

  • Basic proficiency in computer applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

  • Ability to learn and maintain proficiency in billing software within defined timelines.

Work Environment and Benefits

  • Performance-based incentive opportunities under Ventra’s Rewards and Recognition program.

  • Collaborative work environment supporting professional development and operational excellence.

  • Opportunity to work with healthcare providers and revenue cycle management teams across multiple specialties.

Compensation
Compensation is based on candidate qualifications, experience, geographic location, and relevant job-related factors. The role is also eligible for performance-based incentive bonuses in accordance with company policies.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Ventra Health is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under applicable laws.