Medical Coder

About us:

DNA Growth is a leading professional services firm specializing in offering business planning and virtual CFO solutions to startup and mid-enterprise clientele in North America and the MENA region. We combine people, processes, and tech to empower our client's growth and success.

Job Title: Medical Coder (1–2 Years Experience)

Website: www.dnagrowth.com

Location: Ludhiana (On-site)

Working Days & Time: 12 noon to 9 pm IST & 1 Saturday working in every month.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Independently read, review, and accurately code incoming medical correspondence and patient records using standard coding classifications (e.g., ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, as applicable).
• Apply working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and clinical documentation to assign correct codes with minimal supervision.
• Ensure coded information, investigations, diagnoses, and follow-ups are accurate, complete, and compliant with relevant coding guidelines.
• Identify discrepancies, missing documentation, or coding errors and escalate/query with clinicians for clarification.
• Alert clinicians to medical problems, new diagnoses, or medications that need follow-up.
• Notify GPs, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals of new chronic diseases requiring ongoing monitoring.
• Support and mentor trainee coders as needed, reviewing their work for accuracy where required.
• Maintain productivity and quality benchmarks consistent with 1–2 years of hands-on coding experience.
• Stay updated on coding guideline changes, payer-specific rules, and compliance requirements.

Education/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification (life sciences, nursing, pharmacy, or related field preferred).
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or equivalent certification preferred.
• 1–2 years of hands-on experience in medical coding, preferably in a similar role.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong working knowledge of medical terminology and its translation into accurate codes on patient records.
• Practical experience applying ICD-10/CPT coding guidelines in a real-world setting.
• Strong attention to detail with a demonstrated track record of accuracy.
• Ability to work with data, identifying patterns, trends, and anomalies.
• Excellent communication skills with colleagues and healthcare professionals; positive, proactive, and informative approach.
• Good working knowledge of IT packages including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with or ability to quickly learn coding/EHR software such as Doc Man and EMIS Web.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines while maintaining a high degree of accuracy.
• Able to work independently and largely unsupervised.
• Efficient, reliable, and committed to delivering quality work consistently.