Certified Coder II

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corp.; Bethel (AK); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 40 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Generous PTO

11 paid holidays

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement plans

Employee Wellness Center

Résumé du poste

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is seeking a certified coder to assign ICD and CPT codes to diagnoses and procedures and to abstract codes and patient data into the Financial and Clinical computer systems.

The ideal candidate has 5 years ICD/CPT/HCPCS coding experience, familiarity with Cerner and 3M, and holds a CCS/CCS-P/CPC/CPC-H certification. This regular full-time role offers strong benefits and an Alaska location.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree required or waived with experience.
• 5 years ICD/CPT/HCPCS coding experience for healthcare system, hospital, or private practice.
• Experience with moderate complexity cases (Ambulatory Surgical Clinic, ED).
• Must have one of the following AAPC/AHIMA certifications: CCS, CCS-P, CPC.
• One of CPC-H is also acceptable.
• Able to operate printers, copiers, faxes and shredders.
• Experience with Cerner and 3M preferred; able to use 3M Code 3 Coding.

Responsabilités

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

Connaissances

ICD/CPT coding

Coding certifications

Medical coding experience

Formation

Associates Degree

Outils

Cerner

3M Code 3 Coding

Code 3 Coding system

Description du poste

Join Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation

We are working together to achieve excellent health. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. 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

• Associates Degree.
• Degree requirement can be waived on a year for year basis for experience.
• 5 Years ICD/CPT/HCPCS Coding Experience for a Healthcare System, Hospital, or Private Practice
• Experience with moderate complexity cases such as Ambulatory Surgical Clinic, Emergency Department Services.
• Must have one of the following certifications, accredited through AAPC or AHIMA:
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
  • Certified Coding Specialist – Physician based (CCS-P)
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• Certified Professional Coder – Hospital based (CPC-H)
• Able to operate printers, copiers, faxes and shredders.
• Experience with Cerner and 3M preferred
• 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!

Compensation Pay Range Minimum

24.95

Employment Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Hours Per Week: 40

FLSA Exempt: No

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Afffiative 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.

For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at [e-mail]