Looking For an Medical Inpatient Coder (Hospital Based) @ Hyderabad

3 - 5 years

4 - 8 Lacs

Posted:7 hours ago| Platform: Naukri logo

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Position Title: Inpatient Medical Coder

Department: Health Information Management (HIM)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports to: Coding Director

Position Overview:

The inpatient coder is responsible for reviewing and accurately coding inpatient records using ICD-10-CM and PCS coding systems. This role ensures compliant, timely, and accurate billing for technical and professional services. A strong understanding of Medicare guidelines and appropriate modifier usage is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assign ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes to inpatient records for surgical, medical, and complex admissions.
  • Review provider documentation to ensure medical necessity and accurate DRG assignment.
  • Accurately apply Medicare billing rules, modifier 25, modifier 56, and DRG grouping logic
  • Code both technical (UB-04), and professional (CMS-1500) components where applicable
  • Ensure the interpreting provider is a physician when APP billing applies.
  • Identify and correctly code remote monitoring and implantable cardiac device services.
  • Collaborate with clinical teams for documentation clarification when needed.
  • Maintain productivity and accuracy standards in line with organizational benchmarks.
  • Follow HIPAA regulations and internal privacy guidelines.

Qualifications:

  • Certification: CPC, CCS, RHIT, or RHIA required
  • At least 3 years of inpatient coding experience
  • Proficiency in Medicare billing, modifier use, and MS-DRG assignment
  • Experience with remote monitoring coding and inpatient professional claims
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to accuracy and compliance

Regards,

Arjun

Email: arjun.r@apollohealthaxis.com

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