HCC Certified Medical Coder

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**Company Description** Access Healthcare, established in 2011, is a global leader in healthcare management, enabling healthcare organizations and clinicians to focus on delivering high-quality patient care. The company is recognized as a trusted partner for healthcare providers, leveraging an AI-embedded, automation-driven revenue cycle management (RCM) operating model. By combining advanced technology with specialized human expertise, Access Healthcare delivers measurable improvements in financial performance and operational efficiency. The organization offers scalable solutions that help clients optimize processes, reduce administrative burdens, and improve overall business outcomes. Team members join a growth-focused environment where innovation and continuous improvement are key priorities. **Role Description** The HCC Certified Medical Coder is a full-time, on-site role based in the Greater Chennai Area. In this position, the professional reviews medical records to assign accurate Hierarchical Condition Category (HCC) and ICD-10 codes in accordance with payer guidelines, regulatory requirements, and internal quality standards. Day-to-day responsibilities include validating documentation to support risk adjustment coding, identifying incomplete or unclear records, and collaborating with clinical and RCM teams to resolve coding-related queries. The role also involves meeting productivity and accuracy targets, staying current with evolving coding updates and payer policies, and contributing to process improvements that enhance compliance and revenue integrity. The coder is expected to adhere to organizational policies, maintain patient confidentiality, and support a culture of quality and accountability. **Qualifications** - Demonstrated expertise in medical coding, particularly HCC and ICD-10, with a strong understanding of risk adjustment coding and payer-specific guidelines. - Certification in medical coding (such as CPC, CRC, or equivalent) and practical experience in outpatient coding, RCM processes, or clinical documentation review. - Ability to interpret and analyze medical records, including physician notes, diagnostic reports, and treatment plans, to ensure accurate and compliant code assignment. - Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and quality-focused work habits, with the capacity to meet defined accuracy and productivity standards. - Proficiency with coding software and electronic health record (EHR) or EMR systems, along with basic computer and data entry skills. - Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with clinicians, auditors, and RCM teams in a professional manner. - Commitment to patient privacy, regulatory compliance (including HIPAA or equivalent data protection standards), and ethical coding practices. - Willingness to work on-site in the Greater Chennai Area, adapt to structured workflows, and participate in ongoing training and skill enhancement. - Preferred: Prior experience in risk adjustment or payer-based coding environments, and familiarity with AI-driven or automated RCM tools.