Medical Coding Specialist
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Medical Coding Specialist
Job Location: Chennai
Job Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Summary:
An excellent opportunity to join as Medical Coding Specialist to perform medical coding of Case Report Form (CRF) terms using specified dictionary, thesauri and coding conventions to ensure coding integrity and consistency within the clinical database for specified projects.
What we do?
- Identify and apply appropriate codes from specific dictionaries to Case Report Form (CRF) terms that require manual coding (e.g. adverse events, medications/procedures, and medical conditions/history).
- Accurately and consistently apply coding conventions to Case Report Form terms in accordance with all applicable procedures.
- Review all coded terms within the clinical database for accuracy and consistency and appropriately address coding discrepancies or inconsistencies.
- Accurately generate data queries where applicable to resolve coding discrepancies.
- Maintain coding documentation within project files as appropriate.
- Perform other duties reasonably related to the position as directed by manager/designee
What you need?
- Minimum of 6 months to 1 year prior medical coding experience
- Computer, keyboarding and word processing skills as relevant to the job function.
- Thorough knowledge of standard coding dictionaries (e.g. MedDRA, WHODrug).
- Excellent understanding of medical procedures and terminology
- Ability to work within a team environment and maintain a constructive approach when responding to internal and /or external customers as required
- Professional and appropriate written and oral communication skills
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