Manager of Coding I, II

Southcentral Foundation (SCF); Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Southcentral Foundation (SCF) is seeking a Manager of Coding responsible for coordinating coding assignments for diagnoses, procedures, and services by healthcare providers. The ideal candidate will have 5 years of healthcare coding experience and relevant certifications.

This position allows for career progression and emphasizes compliance with medical coding guidelines. Candidates with a Master’s Degree for higher levels will be preferred.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in healthcare coding.
• CPC, CCS, RHIT, or RHIA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor coding assignments for medical services.
• Ensure compliance with coding guidelines and regulations.
• Progressively handle more complex coding responsibilities.

Skills

Healthcare coding

Knowledge of CPT, HCPCs, ICD-10

Medical terminology

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business management, math, or science

Master’s Degree for Manager of Coding II

Job description

The Southcentral Foundation (SCF) Manager of Coding is responsible for coordinating and monitoring the assignments of accurate medical and behavioral codes for diagnoses, procedures, and services performed by physicians and other qualified healthcare providers in the office setting. The Manager of Coding is proficient in coding across a wide range of services, including evaluation and management, surgery, radiology, pathology, behavioral, and medical procedures. The Manager of Coding demonstrates sound knowledge of medical coding guidelines and regulations including compliance and reimbursement. In addition, the Manager of Coding has knowledge of CPT, HCPCs, and ICD-10 as well as knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology necessary to correctly code provider diagnosis and services.

This position has two (2) levels designed to provide progressively more responsible and independent work experiences. Progression between job levels is based on the demonstrated ability to successfully handle more progressively responsible assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business management, math, or science; OR equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience.
• Five (5) years experience in healthcare coding.
• CPC (Certified Professional Coding) certification through the AAPC; OR AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist (CCS); OR AHIMA Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT); OR Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) certification required.

Additional Qualifications for Manager of Coding II

• Master’s Degree in accounting, business management, math or science; OR equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience.

Native Preference

Under P.L. 93-638, as amended, the company pursues a policy of Native preference in hiring, contracting and training. SCF Human Resources must receive certification before applicants receive preference.

Employee Health Requirements

Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of SCF employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job‑related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs designated as a Health Care Personnel (HCP) position require that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella), Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T‑dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID‑19 vaccination.

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