Medical Coding Specialist (On-Site) at Alaska Heart & Vascular Institute in Anchorage - ANCHORAGE, AK 99508

Job description

• Alaska Heart & Vascular Institute (AHVI) is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Medical Coding Specialist (CPC) to join our in-office Business Office team in Anchorage. This role is ideal for a coding professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is looking to deepen their expertise in cardiology coding across outpatient, inpatient, and ambulatory settings.
• As part of a highly knowledgeable team of coders, billers, and clinical professionals, you’ll play a key role in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and exceptional service in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• PAY RANGE: $25-36/HR dependent upon experience and education.
• SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to Business Office Manager.
• SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None

Responsibilities

• Review provider documentation and assign accurate ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS codes and modifiers.
• Submit clean claims for all billable services.
• Investigate and resolve coding issues in collaboration with billing, coding, and clinical teams.
• Monitor payer guidelines and ensure adherence to current coding and documentation standards.
• Prepare and submit appeals related to medical necessity or coding denials.
• Maintain strict HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.
• Demonstrate professionalism, strong communication, and a patient-focused approach when interacting with staff, providers, and external partners.

Requirements

• Active AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in a medical office with an emphasis on medical coding.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers, and payer guidelines.
• Understanding of medical necessity, compliance standards, and documentation workflows.
• High attention to detail; strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a high-volume environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Skills

Required

• High attention to detail
• Professionalism
• Patient-focused approach
• ICD-10
• CPT
• HCPCS
• Modifiers
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Electronic health record (EHR) systems

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Colonial Life Elective Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing 401K
• HSA
• FSA
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• PTO- starting at up to 5.84 hours per pay period (increases with years of service)
• 8 paid holidays per year
• FMLA