Coding Specialist Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of coding specialist. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for recommendations and direction to Coding Coordinators for training and orientation of newly hired coders or assigned coding contractors to assure their readiness in using the CCHS medical record, coding, and reference applications as well as understanding HIMS daily coding work processes.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Extensive knowledge of ICD-10-CM coding guidelines
• Provides overall coding expertise and administrative technical oversight to ensure successful integration of departmental initiatives
• Assist specialty physician with assignment ICD 10, CPT and HCPCS codes that are not on the reference list
• Determines if service, procedure and diagnosis codes are accurately identified and sequenced on the reference list
• Identifies incomplete or incompatible linking of procedures to diagnosis codes, and inaccurate use of modifiers
• Identifies inefficient flow of billing information
• Reports identified or potential coding compliance issues to the Coding Manager and education team to help in physician and other clinical staff education
• Collaborates with Practice Manager and staff, and other billing personnel to resolve coding related errors and issues

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for feedback to QI Advisor and Coding Manager regarding such issues as excessive down coding and lacking documentation, or any trends identified.

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:

• Requires flexibility in work hours and work schedules to help meet department goals and needs
• Computer skills (user level)
• Experience in a clinical data management role or related experience
• Medical terminology coding experience would be an advantage
• Successfully demonstrate knowledge application using coding samples
• Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with the medical staff and hospital personnel
• Codes intermediate to complex diagnostic, evaluation and management, surgical and procedural services applying current billing and coding regulations and policies
• Ensures that all charges are captured by utilizing reports or processes on a daily basis and following up accordingly

I would like to submit my application for the coding specialist opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for coding/billing guidelines and regulations for new services.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Good knowledge of coding principles and medical terms
• Good knowledge of international clinical research regulations and requirements
• Good knowledge of coding of clinical trial data
• Demonstrated problem solving and communication skills, demonstrated attention to detail, and demonstrated written communication skills that are legible to others
• National Professional Coding Certification (CPC or CCS-P) from an accredited program
• Understands and applies medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and disease processes related to specific physician practices
• Knowledge of sequencing diagnoses and procedures codes outlined in the ICD-10-CM Official Coding Guidelines, AMA CPT- instructions, CPT Assistant, and CMS guidelines
• Certifications in ICD-10CM and CPT Coding (CPC, CCS-P) from an accredited agency

I would like to submit my application for the coding specialist opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for clinical coding support to ancillary departments in the creation and maintenance of clinical coding content and/or delivery tools.

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:

• E&M and procedural coding experience
• Working knowledge of governmental (CMS) and third party regulations
• Knowledge of Physicians Billing
• Experience navigating Insurance company web sites
• Familiarity with computers and Windows-based PC applications
• Experience with Microsoft Word and internet browsers
• Requires excellent organizational, investigative, and communication skills
• Requires excellent keyboard skills

I would like to submit my application for the coding specialist opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for direction to coding staff as it relates to coding integrity, established coding guidelines and Parkland\'s policies to ensure accuracy of recorded patient medical information and appropriate reimbursement for services rendered.<\/p>.

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:

• Communicates with Providers, Billing Operation Managers and clinic staff regarding documentation, coding issues or to provide on-going education
• Assists in research and resolves problematic issues in a timely manner and provide on-going feedback to management and/or providers
• Complete daily Flowcast work files and task lists, as assigned
• Consistently meets or exceeds coding productivity standards as developed by
• Collaborate with specialty physician and other clinical staff for clarification or changes on reference list
• Previous HCC coding experience highly preferred
• Experience with health administration and clinical services, including allied health
• Experience with Electronic Health Record deployment processes