Medical Coding Specialist for Freshers in Chennai
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Begin your medical coding career in Chennai. Review records, assign accurate codes, support billing teams, and learn with guidance from a senior specialist.
Salary
₹200,000 per year
Location
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Employment type
Full time
Workplace
Not provided
Medical Coding Specialist for Freshers in Chennai
₹200,000 per year
Job description
Start your healthcare career as a Medical Coding Specialist for Freshers in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. This full-time, on-site role offers a supportive professional environment where you can build practical experience in medical coding, healthcare billing, and compliance. The listed salary is 200000 per year.
Key Responsibilities
- Review medical records and extract relevant information for accurate coding.
- Assign diagnosis, procedure, and service codes according to applicable coding guidelines and conventions.
- Enter codes accurately using coding software and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Communicate with healthcare providers to clarify documentation and support coding accuracy.
- Participate in coding audits and help improve coding practices.
- Keep up to date with changes to coding regulations and guidelines.
- Collaborate with billing and claims teams to resolve discrepancies and support timely reimbursement.
Required and Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or a related field.
- Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills.
- Computer proficiency; experience with coding software is preferred.
- Medical coding experience or an internship is a plus, but not required.
Team and Work Environment
You will report to a Senior Coding Specialist who will provide onboarding mentorship and support. You will also collaborate with cross-functional colleagues in medical coding, billing, and claims. This position is full-time and not remote eligible.
Related Healthcare Opportunities
- Experienced Medical Interpreters
- Medical OPI/VRI Bilingual Interpreter
- Medical Assistant Front/Back Office
Frequently asked questions
Is this position full-time or part-time?
This is a full-time position based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Do I need prior experience in medical coding to apply?
Prior experience or internship in medical coding is advantageous but not mandatory for this role.
What kind of educational background is required?
A Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences or a related field is required for this position.
What will my main responsibilities be as a Medical Coding Specialist?
You will review medical records, assign appropriate codes, use coding software and EHR systems, collaborate with healthcare providers, and support coding audits and billing processes.
Is this job remote or on-site?
This position is on-site in Chennai, Tamil Nadu and is not remote.
What is the salary for this Medical Coding Specialist role?
The salary is INR 200,000 per year.