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Medical Coders, Inpatient Facility / Ip Drg Coding

1+ years
Not Disclosed
10 March 9, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc./B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life science 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

Job Title: Medical Coder – Inpatient Facility / IP DRG Coding

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Role Overview:

As a Medical Coder at LexiCode, you will be responsible for accurately reviewing, analyzing, and assigning ICD-10-CM and PCS codes to inpatient facility records. You will ensure compliance with coding guidelines and industry regulations while maintaining accuracy, productivity, and data integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Medical Coding & Compliance:

    • Review medical records to identify diagnoses and procedures.
    • Assign ICD-10-CM and PCS codes based on clinical documentation.
    • Ensure coded data maintains accuracy and integrity.
    • Stay updated on coding guidelines, regulations, and best practices.
  • Quality Assurance & Audits:

    • Participate in coding audits to improve coding accuracy.
    • Maintain optimal productivity levels while ensuring compliance.
  • Data Privacy & Confidentiality:

    • Ensure strict adherence to HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • AHIMA or AAPC Certification (CCS, CPC, or CIC).
  • At least 1 year of experience in Inpatient Facility / IP DRG coding.
  • Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM and PCS coding systems.
  • Experience using coding software and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
  • Analytical skills to interpret complex medical documentation.
  • Attention to detail for coding precision and accuracy.
  • Excellent communication skills for collaboration with healthcare professionals.

Industry: Healthcare

Employment Type: Full-Time