Inpatient Preauthorization Coder

منذ 2 أيام

Sharjah city, Sharjah, الإمارات العربية المتحدة Cigna Healthcare دوام كامل
ResponsibilitiesAssign and validate ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS and DRG codes for inpatient admissions from medical recordsReview inpatient preauthorization requests against UAE payer policiesCollaborate with providers to clarify documentation gaps affecting authorization and codingEnsure coding complies with DHA, HAAD and MOH regulations and maintain audit-ready recordsLiaise with hospitals, physicians and insurers to resolve coding or authorization disputesProvide feedback to providers on common coding errors leading to rejectionsRequirements3+ years of inpatient coding experience, preferably in a UAE hospital, insurer or TPAMandatory CPC (Certified Professional Coder) certificationStrong knowledge of DRG-based reimbursement and UAE insurance policiesFamiliarity with UAE insurance preauthorization workflowsAbility to interpret medical recordsHigh coding accuracy, target 95% or more audit complianceWillingness to work in shiftsPreferred QualificationsBachelor's degree in nursing, Allied Health Sciences or related fieldCIC (Certified Inpatient Coder) or CCS (Certified Coding Specialist)BenefitsFlexible

working hours
within UAE labor law boundariesAbout the CompanyThe Cigna Group improves the health and vitality of those it serves through Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services.