Certified Medical Coder

ob Title: Certified Medical Coder (UAE)

Location: Al Ain, United Arab Emirates

Experience: Minimum 3 Years

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Certified Medical Coder to join our healthcare team in Al Ain, UAE. The ideal candidate must possess a recognized medical coding certification and have a minimum of 3 years of coding experience within a hospital or healthcare setting. The candidate will be responsible for accurately assigning diagnosis and procedure codes while ensuring compliance with UAE healthcare regulations and payer guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review patient medical records and assign accurate ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and other applicable codes.
  • Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with DHA, DOH, MOHAP, and insurance payer guidelines.
  • Analyze clinical documentation to ensure complete and accurate coding.
  • Work closely with physicians and clinical teams to clarify documentation when required.
  • Identify coding discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
  • Support billing teams by ensuring timely and accurate claim submissions.
  • Maintain productivity and quality standards as defined by the organization.
  • Stay updated with coding guidelines, regulatory changes, and payer policies.
  • Participate in coding audits and quality improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Life Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, Allied Health, or a related field.
  • Mandatory coding certification such as AAPC (CPC), AHIMA (CCS/CCA), or an equivalent recognized certification.
  • Minimum 3 years of hands-on medical coding experience.
  • Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and medical terminology.
  • Familiarity with UAE healthcare regulations and insurance coding practices.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in Electronic Medical Records (EMR/EHR) systems.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous experience working in UAE hospitals or healthcare facilities.
  • Knowledge of specialty coding (Emergency, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Radiology, etc.) is an added advantage.
Key Competencies
  • High attention to detail
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
  • Commitment to quality, compliance, and patient confidentiality
Why Join Us?
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • UAE Work Visa and Medical Insurance
  • Professional growth opportunities
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment
  • Opportunity to work with a leading healthcare organization in Al Ain
Pay: AED1,683.24 - AED5,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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