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Your role

The role involves coding charts for relevant specialties.

Key responsibilities

• Responsible for coding charts per CMS guidelines to include CPT, ICD, HCPCS, and Modifiers before submitting to clients.
• Analyse and interpret patient medical records and demographic information to identify and determine the amount and nature of billable services as per third-party payer requirements.
• Research and resolve enquiries from clients and stakeholders about the right codes.
• Keep oneself abreast with the latest updates and changes and/or new regulations in the coding domain through conferences, workshops, and in-house sessions.

About you

Qualifications

• BPT, BSC Nursing, MSC Nursing, B Pharm, M Pharm, BOT, and Life Science are preferable.
• CPC/COC/CCS certification is a must

Functional competencies & role prerequisites

• 0-6 months and above experience in the coding domain in a relevant speciality is necessary.
• Should be open to work in rotational shifts.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminologies is a must.
• Should be conversant with core coding guidelines and best practices with strong knowledge of NCCI edits, and local and national policies (CMS guidelines).
• Good Comprehension Skills.
• Detail Orientation.
• Coaching and Feedback Skills.
• Typing Skills - Minimum expectation of 25 - 30 words per minute.

Behavioural competencies

• Teamwork
• Achievement Orientation
• Communication
• Analytical Skills

Compensation & benefits

As a Junior Associate, you will receive a salary of around INR 200,000 to INR 400,000 and may include benefits such as:

• Health Care & Insurance
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Sick Leave & Bereavement Leave
• Vacation & Paid Time Off
• Company Car
• Employee Assistance Program

Training & development

IKS Health is dedicated to employee development through extensive mentorship programs, continuous training, and access to advanced resources, aiming to enhance skills and capabilities. They promote a culture of learning by celebrating successes, embracing failures as growth opportunities, and encouraging risk-taking and innovation. By fostering a dynamic, inclusive environment, they empower employees to drive meaningful change and continuously adapt to the evolving healthcare landscape.

Career progression

They emphasize continuous learning and leadership development, providing opportunities for career advancement through a culture of innovation and collaboration. Employees are encouraged to challenge assumptions, seek new perspectives, and work together across teams, which supports their growth and positions them for leadership roles. Employee reviews indicate that freshers can kick-start their careers with substantial growth opportunities; however, some experienced employees have reported slower career advancement or fewer growth opportunities.

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Sources

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• ikshealth.com/iks-health-careers/
• glassdoor.co.in/Salary/IKS-Health-Medical-Coder-Salaries-E512663_D_KO11,24.htm?experienceLevel=LESS_THAN_ONE&location=
• glassdoor.co.in/Benefits/IKS-Health-Benefits-E512663.htm
• glassdoor.co.in/FAQ/IKS-Health-Question-FAQ200054-E512663.htm