Anesthesia/surgery/ASC/ Denial coder

Job Title: Associate - Anesthesia/Surgery/E&M and Denial Coder

Location: Trichy

Work Mode: WFO

Experience 1-2+ Years & 3-5+ Years

Role and Responsibilities:

• Perform accurate coding for

  Anesthesia, Surgery

  , Pain Management, and E&M services.
• Analyze and resolve claim

  denials

  related to Anesthesia, Surgery, Pain Management, and E&M coding.
• Ensure coding compliance with CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS, and payer-specific guidelines.
• Stay updated on the latest CMS, AMA, and payer regulations, implementing necessary coding changes.
• Review and ensure all coding documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with healthcare regulations.
• Collaborate with the billing team to appeal and resolve denied claims efficiently and in a timely manner.

Qualifications & Skills:

Certifications:

• CPC, CCS, or equivalent coding certification (AHIMA/AAPC certified).

Experience:

• Minimum 1-2+ years in medical coding with experience in

  Anesthesia

  ,

  Surgery

  ,

  Pain Management

  , and

  Denial coding

  .
• Hands-on experience in

  denial coding

  and

  coding for Anesthesia and Surgery

  specialties.
• Proven experience working with coding compliance standards, payer-specific policies, and healthcare regulations.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in EHR systems (Epic, Cerner, Meditech, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, and payer-specific guidelines.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, CMS guidelines, and other federal and state laws.
• Awareness of payer-specific policies and guidelines for effective denial management and coding accuracy.