Clinical Coding Specialist Cover Letter

In response to your job posting for clinical coding specialist, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for clarification to outpatient coding professionals regarding coding rules/principles and application to ensure consistency within the department.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Knowledge of and experience with clinical coding dictionaries and terminology, developing and maintaining coding guidelines, quality control processes and auditing procedures
• Familiarity with GCP, ICH and FDA requirements as they apply to clinical data
• Regular interaction with Data Management, Safety and Medical Management Groups
• Proficient understanding of the medical Severity Diagnosis-Related Groups (MS-DRG), National Correct Coding initiative Edits (NCCI), ICD-9-CM & ICD-10CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, and coding clinic
• Knowledge with Anatomy, Physiology and Medical Terminology
• Strong preference is for eligibility to sit for the RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) credentialing exam within 3 months
• Utilizes EPIC electronic health record and 3M’s Coding and Reimbursement System encoder, effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge of outpatient hospital coding

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the clinical coding specialist position.

Previously, I was responsible for timely and professional ongoing management of clinical trial data by performing accurate and consistent coding, providing inputs to the relevant coding sections of the Data Management Documents and reviewing coding glossaries.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Certified Documentation Improvement Practitioner (CDIP)
• Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS)
• Autonomous/Independent worker, minimal supervision, including process management skills
• Experience reviewing health care delivery against established guidelines, knowledge of severity of illness/intensity of service review criteria
• Demonstrated understanding of audit related business strategies
• Demonstrated PC/Windows skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access Database
• CCS-P- Certified Coding Specialist Physician, CPC – Certified Procedural Coder
• RHIT - Registered Health Information Technologist

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the clinical coding specialist position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for clarification to inpatient coding professionals regarding AHA coding rules/principles and application to ensure consistency within the department.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Proficient knowledge of human anatomy and pathophysiology, medical terminology, and pharmacology
• Certified Professional Coder - Hospital (COC) by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
• Advanced knowledge of ICD-10 diagnosis coding conventions and requirements, knowledge of Quality Coding Program requirements such as the Medicare Advantage Coding Program/HCC, medical terminology and abbreviations of disease, illness and injury process
• Proficient use of software and/or coding reference books to assign/validate diagnosis codes
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, proprietary practice management software
• Understanding of compliance requirements for medical services documentation to support billing or appealing claims to all payers
• Excellent communication skill (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
• Accredited clinical coder and having completed up to date clinical coding refresher courses

In response to your job posting for clinical coding specialist, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for resolution alternatives to establishing appropriate coding, based on assessment of industry coding and research to data managers and CROs.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Specialist knowledge of clinical coding rules and conventions
• Work autonomously in a virtual organisation without direct supervision
• Communicate effectively for results with various levels of an organisation
• Self-starter, energetic, willing to learn and contribute to growing the business
• Reflect on self and redirect actions as needed (emotional maturity)
• Proficient use of grouper software and/or coding reference books to assign/validate diagnosis codes
• National Correct Coding Initiative edits, Coding Clinic and CPT Assignment coding guidelines and the contents of a medical record
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the clinical coding specialist position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for oversight, monitoring, investigation, and resolution of compliance issues relating to coding and reimbursement, health records and documentation, and quality data; is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a coding education program for Conifer as it relates to coding and documentation requirements for accurate coding.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Expert knowledge of ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS coding guidelines
• Experience with encoder tools (TrueCode, 3M, Webtrat, Pricers)
• Experience with different outpatient payment methodologies
• Outstanding verbal and interpersonal communication skills to be able to interact effectively with all levels of leadership, faculty, research staff, sponsors, and clients
• Experience with ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS billing codes
• Experience with Lab and/or Pathology coding
• Experience with using OnCore Clinical Trials Management System (CTMS)
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and healthcare business systems