Clinical Coder

About the Role

The Singapore National Eye Centre in Singapore is seeking a Clinical Coder to work on-site in the hospital and healthcare sector. This role involves upholding superior standards in Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG) coding.

Key Responsibilities

• Carefully review day surgery records to extract complete and precise diagnoses and procedures.
• Assign relevant ICD-10-AM and ACHI codes accurately to patient data.
• Enter data efficiently into the clinical coding system while ensuring confidentiality and data integrity.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to clarify unclear or incomplete clinical documentation.
• Take part in internal audits and reviews to maintain high coding standards.
• Optimize coding output and quality to maintain consistency.
• Monitor uncoded discharges in the OAS system to ensure prompt coding that meets subvention deadlines.
• Coordinate with other teams to address issues related to coding processes.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development activities for coding staff.
• Stay current with coding regulations and eye care-specific medical terminology.
• Identify and support initiatives to improve operational workflows and service quality.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma in Allied Health Science or Medical Science is the minimum academic requirement.
• Possession of an ICD-10-AM coding certification will be considered an advantage.
• Background or qualification in optometry, or prior experience in eye care, is beneficial.
• At least one year of experience in healthcare is preferred.

Additional Information

Only candidates shortlisted for interviews will be contacted.