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Medical Coding Analyst

0-2 years
₹3 – ₹5 LPA
10 Aug. 10, 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 Coding Analyst

📍 Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (On-site)
🕒 Experience: Fresher – 1 Year (Medical Coding, ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS)
💼 Industry: Medical & Clinical Operations / Healthcare Coding
🏢 Company: Optum (UnitedHealth Group)

Salary: ₹3 – ₹5 LPA (Estimated based on medical coder salaries in Chennai averaging ₹4 LPA according to Glassdoor, with a range between ₹3 LPA and ₹5 LPA) (glassdoor.co.in)


About the Role:

Optum is hiring a Medical Coding Analyst in Chennai to perform coding reviews, assign CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM codes, and ensure compliance with AMA, AHA, and CMS guidelines. This role requires accuracy, confidentiality, and the ability to collaborate in a team setting to improve coding quality and productivity.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Apply AMA, AHA, and CMS coding guidelines for accurate medical record documentation.

  • Review medical records and assign/modify CPT codes for minor surgeries, vaccines, and lab procedures.

  • Extract and code screening CPT and HCPCS codes from patient documentation.

  • Perform NCCI edits and LCD/NCD coverage checks; update codes and modifiers accordingly.

  • Maintain adherence to HIPAA confidentiality and data security policies.

  • Organize and prioritize workload to ensure timely resolution of coding edits.

  • Contribute to team quality and productivity improvements through feedback and collaboration.


Qualifications & Skills:

  • Graduate in any discipline.

  • Certified coder through AAPC or AHIMA (CPC, CCS, CIC, or COC – any one).

  • Fresher or up to 1 year of medical coding experience.

  • Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.

  • Proficient in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS guidelines.

  • Knowledge of security protocols for patient data and healthcare systems.


What Optum Offers:

  • Competitive salary with growth potential.

  • Comprehensive benefits and continuous learning programs.

  • Inclusive and collaborative work culture with a mission-driven focus.

  • Opportunities to enhance coding expertise in a global healthcare leader.