Certified Medical Coder

Role Overview

Compensation

• The salary is AED 3,500–6,000 per month based on experience.

Workplace and Employment

• The role is full-time and performed in person at the Abu Dhabi clinic.
• The position may include front-desk or reception coverage when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform accurate outpatient coding under DOH Abu Dhabi standards and Shafafiya submission requirements.
• Prepare claims samples, documentation, and coding evidence for the annual Tasneef JDC audit.
• Collect, validate, and submit JAWDA KPI data quarterly using raw data and prior submissions.
• Correct coding discrepancies from internal pre-audit checks or Tasneef re-audit findings.
• Track denial trends and claims accuracy metrics, and identify audit-readiness risks early.
• Monitor DOH standards updates, Shafafiya bulletins, and Tasneef JDC methodology changes.
• Coordinate with finance and costing teams on DOH Clinical Costing submissions.

Required Qualifications

• A CPC, CCS, or equivalent internationally recognized medical coding certification is required.
• UAE outpatient or multispecialty healthcare coding experience is required, ideally in Abu Dhabi.
• Hands-on experience preparing for or completing a Tasneef JAWDA Data Certification audit is mandatory.
• Working knowledge of the JAWDA KPI framework, quarterly reporting cycle, DOH standards, Shafafiya, and claims processes is required.
• Strong attention to detail, calm performance under audit deadlines, and fluent English are required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Arabic language skills are a plus.
• Experience supporting DOH Clinical Costing submissions is desirable.
• Experience across Tasneef claims-volume tiers or in high-volume outpatient coding environments is desirable.