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Medical Coder

2+ years
₹4.5 LPA to ₹7 LPA
10 June 12, 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

Medical Coder – Surgery | Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Requisition Number: 2292943
Category: Medical & Clinical Operations

About the Role:
Join Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group, where we are shaping a healthier world through innovation, collaboration, and compassion. As a Surgery Medical Coder, you’ll work under direct supervision to accurately code professional services using ICD, CPT, and HCPCS codes across multiple surgical specialties. This role plays a critical part in ensuring proper documentation, compliance, and reimbursement. Apply now for the role of Medical Coder – Surgery at Optum in Noida and take the next step in your healthcare career with a global leader.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Accurately review and assign diagnosis and procedure codes (ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS Level II) from medical records for Multispecialty Outpatient Surgery centers and hospitals.

  • Ensure coding is in compliance with ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines, CPT Guidelines, NCCI edits, and client-specific policies.

  • Stay up to date with changes in coding standards including AMA, AHA, CMS updates.

  • Actively contribute to team performance improvement in terms of quality and productivity.

  • Prioritize and organize work to meet compliance and regulatory timelines.

  • Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines.

  • Adhere to employment contract terms and company policies regarding reassignments, work environments, or shifts.

Required Qualifications:

  • Graduate in Life Sciences or Allied Medicine.

  • AAPC or AHIMA certified coder.

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in multispecialty surgical coding.

  • Hands-on coding expertise in Orthopaedics, Dermatology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, ENT, Ophthalmology, and OBGYN.

  • Proficient in medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.

  • Demonstrated ability to code 4-6 charts/hour while maintaining accuracy.

  • Experience in using modifiers, checking NCCI edits, LCD/NCD coverage, and adjusting codes accordingly.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals searching for medical coder jobs in Noida with a focus on surgery coding. Candidates with AAPC certification, CPT/HCPCS coding skills, and multispecialty exposure in medical domains like dermatology, ENT, and gastroenterology are highly encouraged to apply. Explore Optum medical coding careers and grow your expertise with an inclusive, mission-driven organization.

Salary: ₹4.5 LPA to ₹7 LPA (Based on experience and certifications)