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NCS / NCO Code: 2263.0400
A medical coder is a healthcare professional who is responsible for translating medical diagnoses, procedures, services, and equipment into standardised codes. These codes are essential for billing, insurance claims, and maintaining accurate medical records.
Analytical Thinking Skills
Computer Literacy Skills
Communication Skills
Time Management Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Confidentiality Skills
Subhashree Das, from Badakuan in Jajpur district, Odisha, completed her Bachelor of Science degree before joining the Clinical Data Associate (CDA) course at the Skill Development Institute (SDI) in Bhubaneswar. Through three months of focused and rigorous training, she became a skilled professional. Today, she works at the State Forensic Science Laboratory, earning a monthly salary of ₹31,000. Subhashree’s success story highlights the positive impact of skill development and education in transforming lives in Odisha.
A medical coder can become an entrepreneur by starting a medical billing and coding agency, offering freelance coding services, or developing training programmes and online courses for aspiring coders. This path requires expertise in coding systems (like ICD-10, CPT), healthcare regulations, and insurance processes. With growing demand in healthcare documentation, entrepreneurs can serve clinics, hospitals, or telehealth platforms while also creating scalable digital solutions.
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