Clinical Coder (ICD-10)

You'll keep the front of a radiology group in Sandton organised so the doctors can focus on patients. This is a good step for someone who wants proper routine and a manager who notices good work.

Location: Sandton, Gauteng. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

• Send monthly statements and age the debtors book
• Request pre-authorisation for scans, procedures and admissions
• Code consultations and procedures with ICD-10 and CCSA or NHRPL tariffs
• Book appointments and manage the doctor's diary on the practice software
• Open patient files and capture consent forms in line with POPIA

• Experience on a practice system such as GoodX, Elixir, Medinol or Healthbridge
• Matric
• Sound knowledge of ICD-10 coding and medical aid tariff codes
• Friendly on the phone and firm about outstanding accounts

• Understanding of how HPCSA practitioner and BHF practice numbers are used on claims
• Medical terminology or clinical coding certificate

• Bonus linked to collections at billing bureaus
• Free medical consultations for staff at some practices
• Normal practice hours with most weekends off
• Parking on site

• Specialist rooms care about the discipline, so say if you've coded for surgeons, anaesthetists or radiologists.
• Keep your cover note short and error-free; front desk jobs are judged on how neatly you communicate.