Coding Specialist II – Medical/Dental Coding with Bonus

Southcentral Foundation (SCF); Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 48,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus

Job summary

Southcentral Foundation (SCF) is seeking Coding Specialists to review and assign dental, medical, and behavioral codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services performed by physicians and other providers in the Anchorage area.

The role emphasizes proficiency in CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10, with two level paths offering increasing responsibility. Alaska Native/American Indian preference applies in hiring.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary certificate in medical billing and coding
• Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Health Care Financial Management or related field
• Equivalent combination of training, education and related experience
• Certification in one of: Dental Coding and Billing (AAPC), CPC (AAPC), CCS (or Certified Coding Specialist)
• One (1) year of dental, medical, or behavioral coding and/or billing experience
• Two (2) years of clerical experience in a healthcare organization or in a role requiring basic accounting principles

Responsibilities

• Review and assign accurate dental, medical and behavioral codes for diagnoses, procedures and services performed by physicians and other qualified healthcare providers in the office setting.
• Proficient in coding across a wide range of services, including evaluation and management, surgery, radiology, pathology, behavioral health.
• Demonstrate knowledge of CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10, as well as anatomy, physiology and medical terminology needed to correctly code provider diagnoses and services.
• Two levels (I and II) with progression based on demonstrated ability to handle more responsible assignments.

Job description

Southcentral Foundation (SCF) is seeking Coding Specialists to review and assign dental, medical, and behavioral codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services performed by physicians and other providers in the Anchorage area.

The role emphasizes proficiency in CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10, with two level paths offering increasing responsibility. Alaska Native/American Indian preference applies in hiring.