Title: IPDRG Medical Coder

Location : Chennai

Job Description

Job Summary

The IPDRG Coder is responsible for reviewing inpatient medical records and accurately assigning ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, MS-DRG/APR-DRG codes in compliance with coding guidelines, payer regulations, and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

- Review inpatient medical records and assign appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes.
- Determine accurate DRG assignment based on clinical documentation.
- Ensure compliance with ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, UHDDS, and CMS guidelines.
- Query physicians when documentation clarification is required.
- Maintain coding quality and productivity standards.
- Identify documentation improvement opportunities.
- Participate in coding audits and education sessions.





Required Skills & Experience:

- Certification: CPC, CCS, CIC, RHIT, or RHIA preferred.
- 2+ years of inpatient coding experience.
- Solid knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, DRG methodologies, and reimbursement guidelines.
- Experience with EMR/EHR systems.
- Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience in a healthcare RCM/BPO environment.
- Familiarity with APR-DRG and clinical validation concepts.
- Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.

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