Inpatient Medical DRG Coder – Cognizant Malaysia
Role Summary
The Inpatient Medical DRG Coder – Hospital (Remote) is responsible for assigning Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG) codes for inpatient hospital stays. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate coding and compliance with healthcare regulations, impacting hospital billing and patient care quality.
Job Description
In this role, you will review clinical documentation and communicate with physicians to clarify diagnoses and procedures. You will utilize electronic encoder applications to assign accurate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes while working in a fully remote environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assign Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG) codes for inpatient hospital stays.
- Review clinical documentation for accuracy and completeness.
- Communicate with physicians to clarify diagnoses and procedures.
- Utilize electronic encoder applications for coding.
- Ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
- Interpret medical records, reports, and chart entries accurately.
- Manage workload and multiple projects effectively.
Job Requirements
2-5 years of experience in hospital-based inpatient (DRG) coding.
Current coding credential such as CCS (AHIMA), CPC, CPC-H, or CIC (AAPC).
Experience with Level 1 Trauma Coding and academic/university-level hospital cases.
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and payer regulations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Quick Info
Company
Cognizant Malaysia
Location
Remote
Salary
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Skills Required
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Required Skills
ICD-10-CM Coding
ICD-10-PCS Coding
Clinical Documentation Review
Communication
Decision-Making
MS Office Proficiency
Time Management
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