IPDRG Medical Coder

Job Description

Job Title: IPDRG Medical Coder Location: Chennai Employment Type: Full-time Experience Required: 1-3 years in inpatient coding preferred Job Description: We are seeking experienced Medical Coders to support our IPDRG (Inpatient Diagnosis- Related Group) operations. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of ICD- 10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and DRG assignment methodologies. Key Responsibilities: Review and analyse inpatient medical records for accurate code assignment Assign ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes in accordance with official coding guidelines Ensure appropriate DRG assignment to optimize coding accuracy and compliance Collaborate with clinicians and auditors as needed for clarification Meet established productivity and quality benchmarks Qualifications: Certification in medical coding (e.g., CPC, CCS, or equivalent) Experience with IP coding and DRG grouping systems Familiarity with clinical documentation improvement (CDI) concepts is a plus Strong attention to detail and understanding of medical terminology