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Spe-Medical Coding Hc

Cognizant
Cognizant
2 years
preferred by company
10 Jan. 29, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid 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

SPE – Medical Coding (Healthcare)
Job ID: 00066818911
Location: Bangalore, India
Work Model: Hybrid
Job Category: Technology & Engineering
Date Posted: January 7, 2026
Employment Type: Full-time


About the Company

Cognizant is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, helping clients transform their business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. With more than 300,000 associates globally, Cognizant is recognized among Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025 and is a member of the NASDAQ-100. The organization fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and innovation-driven work environment where professionals can build meaningful and long-term careers.


Job Overview

Cognizant is seeking a skilled SPE – Medical Coding (Healthcare) professional to join its growing healthcare services team in Bangalore. This role is critical in ensuring accurate and compliant medical coding for healthcare products, supporting billing integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. The position follows a hybrid work model, offering flexibility between remote and on-site work.


Key Responsibilities

  • Perform accurate medical coding of healthcare products in compliance with industry standards and regulatory guidelines

  • Analyze medical records and documentation to assign appropriate ICD, CPT, and HCPCS codes for billing and reimbursement

  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals and internal stakeholders to validate and update coding information

  • Utilize medical coding software and tools to input, manage, and maintain coding data efficiently

  • Conduct routine coding audits to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance

  • Identify coding discrepancies and work cross-functionally to resolve issues

  • Stay current with evolving medical coding guidelines, payer policies, and healthcare regulations

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance coding accuracy and operational processes

  • Assist in training and mentoring new team members on coding standards, workflows, and tools

  • Contribute to the development and enhancement of coding policies, procedures, and best practices

  • Support implementation of new coding systems, technologies, and process enhancements

  • Deliver high-quality coding outcomes that positively impact patient care and business performance


Required Qualifications

  • Strong knowledge of healthcare products and medical coding standards

  • Proficiency in medical coding software and healthcare data management tools

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills

  • Ability to adapt to changing coding regulations and healthcare technologies


Certifications (Mandatory)

  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or

  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)


Experience Required

  • Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in medical coding within the healthcare industry

  • Hands-on experience in coding audits, compliance, and reimbursement processes is preferred


Why Join Cognizant?

  • Work with a global healthcare delivery team impacting patient outcomes at scale

  • Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance

  • Inclusive, collaborative, and high-performance work culture

  • Continuous learning, upskilling, and defined career growth pathways

  • Opportunity to work with advanced healthcare technologies and global clients


Equal Opportunity Statement

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.


Apply now on ThePharmaDaily.com to explore this global healthcare opportunity and advance your career in medical coding with Cognizant.