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Medical Coder Jobs in Abu Dhabi, UAE
Job Description
- Checks and sequences the most accurate ICD-9-CM / CPT / HCPCS / DRG / other codes for diagnoses and procedures based on documented information.
- Assures that the final diagnoses and operative procedures stated by the physician are valid and complete.
- Prepares daily and monthly coding audit reports.
- Abstracts all necessary information from health records to identify secondary complications and co-morbid conditions.
- Evaluates records for documentation consistency and adequacy, ensuring that the final diagnosis accurately reflects the care and treatment rendered.
- Ensures coding is as per DOH guidelines and regulations.
- Provides feedback to doctors regarding coding errors or oversights.
- Stays updated with the latest coding versions and DOH coding directives.
- Maintains inter- and intradepartmental communication for the smooth functioning of the department.
- Strictly adheres to organizational regulations and policies, especially those related to infection control, patient safety, ADOSH, DOH, JCI, and ISO.
- Supports Continuous Quality Improvement and actively participates in quality assurance activities of the service.
- Participates and contributes in scheduled in-service training programs, in-house activities, conferences, or other programs as requested.
- Maintains confidentiality as per the agreement signed.
- Demonstrates active listening to promote effective communication.
- Develops a thorough understanding of hospital policies and procedures and demonstrates respect for them.
- Carries out other duties as requested by the Head of Department.
Responsibilities
- Checks and sequences the most accurate ICD-9-CM / CPT / HCPCS / DRG / other codes for diagnoses and procedures based on documented information.
- Assures that the final diagnoses and operative procedures stated by the physician are valid and complete.
- Prepares daily and monthly coding audit reports.
- Abstracts all necessary information from health records to identify secondary complications and co-morbid conditions.
- Evaluates records for documentation consistency and adequacy, ensuring that the final diagnosis accurately reflects the care and treatment rendered.
- Ensures coding is as per DOH guidelines and regulations.
- Provides feedback to doctors regarding coding errors or oversights.
- Stays updated with the latest coding versions and DOH coding directives.
- Maintains inter- and intradepartmental communication for the smooth functioning of the department.
- Strictly adheres to organizational regulations and policies, especially those related to infection control, patient safety, ADOSH, DOH, JCI, and ISO.
- Supports Continuous Quality Improvement and actively participates in quality assurance activities of the service.
- Participates and contributes in scheduled in-service training programs, in-house activities, conferences, or other programs as requested.
- Maintains confidentiality as per the agreement signed.
- Demonstrates active listening to promote effective communication.
- Develops a thorough understanding of hospital policies and procedures and demonstrates respect for them.
- Carries out other duties as requested by the Head of Department.
Qualifications
- Graduate in Allied Health Sciences or related areas
- Certified Coding Associate (CCA) certification from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
- Minimum of 2 years of coding experience
- Computer literacy
- Excellent command of oral and written English
