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Job Description
Ensures proper coding of documents in accordance with the regulator’ coding guidelines and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Checks and sequences the most accurate ICD-9/ICD-10-CM/CPT/HCPCS/DRG and other codes for diagnoses and procedures based on documented information. Ensures the final diagnoses and operative procedures stated by the physician are valid and complete.
- Abstracts all necessary information from health records to identify secondary complications and co-morbid conditions.
- Evaluates medical records for documentation consistency and adequacy. Ensures that the final diagnosis accurately reflects the care and treatment provided. Computes and assigns the correct DRG codes for all inpatient cases.
- Provides training and guidance to other coders and Medical Records Technicians on coding practices, keeping them updated on new coding rules and regulations as required.
- Analyses doctors’ documentation to ensure appropriate Evaluation and Management (E&M) levels are assigned using the correct CPT codes.
- Ensures coding compliance with HAAD guidelines and regulations.
- Provides feedback to doctors regarding coding errors or oversights.
- Keeps updated with the latest coding versions and HAAD coding directives.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
- Performs any other jobs or duties assigned by the HOD from time to time within the scope of the job title.
- Complies with all OSH and infection control policies, standards, and procedures and cooperates with hospital management to meet these requirements.
- Works in accordance with documented OSH procedures and instructions and fulfils specific assigned responsibilities.
- Maintains familiarity with emergency and evacuation procedures.
- Reports OSH hazards, incidents, near misses, and issues and assists with the preparation of risk assessments and incident reports.
- Complies with waste management procedures and policies.
- Attends applicable OSH and infection control training programs, mock drills, and awareness programs.
- Uses appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Allied Health Sciences or a related field, with a minimum of two (2) years of coding experience and a valid Certified Coding Associate (CCA) certification from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
- Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office applications.
- Excellent command of oral and written English.
Performance Criteria:
- Achievement of core objectives in line with the expectations of Management and stakeholders.
- Ability to work constructively and interact professionally with others.
- Ability to coordinate multiple tasks, adapt to changing priorities, and work within deadlines.



