Posted 1y ago

Certified Coder I

@ Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation
Toksook Bay, Alaska, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:code diagnoses, abstract data, use coding systems
Requirements Summary:High school diploma; Records Custodian class; medical terminology; ICD-9/CPT-4 courses; 6 months medical records experience; CCS/CCS-P or CPC/CPC-H certification; AHIMA or AAPC certification; proficient typing (50 wpm); able to operate office equipment and coding systems.
Technical Tools Mentioned:3M Code 3 Coding and Reimbursement system, Coding and Financial/Clinical computer systems, Printers and scanners
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Job Description

Position Summary:

This position is a certified coder who assigns ICD and CPT codes to diagnoses and procedures and abstracts the codes and patient data into the Financial and Clinical computer systems.

Position Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Successfully pass Records Custodian Class.
  • Successfully completed and passed Medical Terminology Course.
  • Successfully completed and passed ICD-9 (or equivalent) Course.
  • Successfully completed and passed CPT-4 (or equivalent) Course.
  • 6 months experience in medical records.
  • Must be a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Coding Specialist – Physician based (CCS-P) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Professional Coder – Hospital based (CPC-H). 
  • Must have AAPC or AHIMA Certification.
  • Able to operate printers, copiers, faxes and shredders.
  • Able to use appropriate menus in the Clinical and Financial computer systems.
  • Able to use 3M’s Code 3 Coding and Reimbursement system.
  • Able to type 50 wpm or faster (corrected for errors).

Benefits Include:

  • Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
  • Eleven paid holidays
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Retirement plans
  • Employee Wellness Center
  • Plus More!

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