Coding Associates (IP)

Medical Coding (IP) is the process where the medical record and claim documentation are checked and medical diagnostics, treatments and procedures (medical services) are converted to universal alphanumeric codes. This is one of the intermediate steps in processing claims. These codes form part of data collection which is used in research, funding and healthcare planning

The Associate Coder is responsible for applying the relevant coding to the claims based on the individual providers manual and as per the coding rules governing the specific compliance in relation to coding guidelines for the specific geographical area.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Analyzing and auditing of claims for completeness with relation to medical information and insurance coverage for services rendered.
• Applying the relevant code sets, keeping in mind the trends for denials and non-payments in relation to detailed data needed to describe and notify services as rendered wi...