Job Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled Surgery Coder with expertise in US healthcare coding to accurately code surgical procedures across multiple specialties. The role demands solid knowledge of coding guidelines, high productivity standards, and strict adherence to quality benchmarks.

Key Responsibilities
Review and interpret operative reports, physician notes, and medical records to assign accurate CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS codes
Apply appropriate modifiers, NCCI edits, and bundling rules for surgical coding
Ensure compliance with US coding standards, payer-specific guidelines, and regulatory requirements
Meet defined productivity and quality benchmarks (TAT, accuracy levels)
Analyze and resolve coding edits, denials, and rejections
Collaborate with internal stakeholders for clarifications and documentation improvements
Participate in audits, feedback sessions, and continuous quality improvement initiatives
Stay updated with annual coding changes and payer updates

Required Skills & Competencies
Strong expertise in CPT coding for surgical procedures
In-depth understanding of ICD-10-CM, HCPCS Level II
Knowledge of NCCI edits, LCD/NCD guidelines, and payer-specific rules
Ability to handle high-volume coding with accuracy
Solid analytical and problem-solving skills




Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems and coding tools

Qualifications
Any Graduate (Life Sciences preferred)
Mandatory certification: CPC / CCS / COC (active certification required)
Minimum 2–5 years of experience in surgical coding (US healthcare)
Experience in specialties such as Orthopedics, General Surgery, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, or Multispecialty Surgery preferred

Performance Expectations
Achieve high coding accuracy (95% and above)
Meet daily productivity targets as per business requirements
Adhere to Turnaround Time (TAT) commitments
Maintain compliance with HIPAA and data security standards

Additional Requirements
Strong English communication skills
Valuable digital and system navigation skills
Ability to work in a target-driven, process-oriented environment
Flexibility to work in shifts aligned to US time zones

What We Offer
Competitive compensation
Structured career progression
Continuous training and certification support
High-performance, quality-driven work culture

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From ₹15,000.00 per month

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chennai, Tamil Nadu (Chennai)

📌 Surgery Coder Min 3 Yrs Exp Chennai
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