Job Overview

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 diagnosisrelated group) operations. the ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of icd10-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