Certified Coder I

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation; Toksook Bay (AK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 4.5 weeks

11 paid holidays

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement plans

Employee Wellness Center

Plus More!

Job summary

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Toksook Bay, Alaska, is seeking a certified coder to assign ICD and CPT codes and to abstract data into our Financial and Clinical computer systems. The role requires knowledge of medical terminology and coding standards, with CCS/CCS-P/CPC/CPC-H credentials preferred.

The position supports rural southwest Alaska communities and involves handling medical records with accuracy and efficiency, ensuring proper documentation for billing and care planning.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Pass Records Custodian Class.
• Complete Medical Terminology, ICD-9, CPT-4 courses.
• 6 months experience in medical records.
• CCS/CCS-P/CPC/CPC-H certification.
• AAPC or AHIMA Certification.
• Able to operate printers, copiers, faxes, and shredders.
• Able to use Clinical and Financial computer systems and 3M Code 3.

Responsibilities

• Assign ICD and CPT codes to diagnoses and procedures.
• Abstract codes and patient data into Financial and Clinical computer systems.

Skills

Medical records experience

Typing speed 50 wpm

Education

High school diploma or GED

Records Custodian Class

Medical Terminology Course

ICD-9 (or equivalent) Course

CPT-4 (or equivalent) Course

CCS/CCS-P/CPC/CPC-H certification

AAPC or AHIMA Certification

Tools

3M Code 3 Coding and Reimbursement system

Clinical and Financial computer systems

Job description

Toksook Bay, Alaska
We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us!

The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization serving nearly 30,000 people across rural southwest Alaska in villages ranging from 10 to more than 1,000 residents. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon‑Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon. We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.

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

• 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!

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly. Under P.L. 93‑638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.