Medical Coder

Job description / Role

- To code Medical Records utilizing ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 conventions.
- Review the Medical Records to assure specificity of diagnosis, procedures and appropriate / optimal reimbursement for hospital charges.
- To code final diagnosis and procedures using ICD-9-CM and CPT-4
- Assist the health professionals for completion of medical records documentation.
- Assist/educate/train the health professionals for appropriate EMC.
- To collect morbidity and mortality data for the preparation of comprehensive hospital statistics.
- Maintain the understanding of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, disease process and surgical techniques through participation in continuing education programs to effectively apply ICD-9-CM and CPT-4
- Adhere to local government policies and CMS guidelines.
- Adhere to confidentiality policy.
- Adhere to Infection Control and Health and Safety measures.
- Be actively involved in the quality improvement activities within the Department.

Requirements

- Bachelor's Degree in Medical Records Administration or equivalent courses in Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Physiology and extensive training in coding. Certification from AAPC / AHIMA is preferred
- Ability to provide cover for extended hours.
- Specific vision requirements, such as close vision, to work efficiently on a computer.
- Able to move between internal departments; However majority of working hours will be in an air-conditioned room.
- Walking and Standing are required as part of the job, however the length of these activities will vary from day to day and task to task.
- Tolerate frequent interruptions and accommodate readily to change work priorities.

About the Company

Founded in 1985, Al Noor Hospital provides a complete continuum of healthcare and has places itself among the Leading private hospital services provider in Abu Dhabi. Relocation of Al Noor Hospital to Khalifa Street in 1999, Al Noor Khalifa Branch was launched in the year 2001.

In 2006, Al Noor Hospital was established in Al Ain followed by the inauguration of its unique, purpose-built hospital at Airport Road in 2008. The hospital soon evolved into a state-of-the-art healthcare provider, employing experienced medical professionals and the latest facilities. It has since achieved remarkable progress in the healthcare industry and has recently expanded to Abu Dhabis Western region, opening specialized clinics in Madinat Zayed, Mirfa and Mussafah, offering medical services as well as emergency referrals to its Abu Dhabi branches.