Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Medical Coder to join our team in our Islamabad office. Under this role, you will be responsible for accurately coding medical procedures and diagnoses, ensuring compliance with current coding regulations, and supporting the medical billing process. You will work closely with healthcare providers and billing teams to ensure accurate and timely submissions of claims. If you have a strong background in medical coding, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality, we invite you to apply and contribute to our thriving medical billing organization. This is an on-site position for night shift, open for the residents of Islamabad only.
Responsibilities:
- Extracting information required from patient records
- Identifying missing information in the patient documents
- Assigning proper applicable Codes (CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, ASA)
- Assigning APC and DRG Codes to ensure correct billing
- Review patient charts for accurate coding
- Advising and training staff on proper coding practices and procedures.
- Ensure procedural protocol follow up in case of inaccurate coding
- Ensuring compliance with coding practices guidelines
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field, preferably in healthcare or medical coding
- 1–2 years of experience in medical coding
- Proficiency in medical coding systems such as CPT, HCPCS, ICD-10-CM, ASA, APC, and DRG
- Experience with electronic health records (EHR) and coding software is mandatory
- Strong understanding of medical coding guidelines, policies, HIPAA, and other industry standards
- Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to accurately extract relevant information from patient records and ensure all documents are grammatically correct and free from errors
- Experience in performing chart audits and identifying discrepancies
- Ability to advise and train physicians and healthcare staff on medical coding procedures when required
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, staff, and supervisors
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues related to coding discrepancies, equipment malfunctions, or software problems
- Effective time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Benefits:
- Competitive salary package
- Fuel card
- Annual leaves and leave encashment
- Health insurance (as per company policy)
- Employee of the Month recognition
- Performance-based promotions
- Referral bonus