Medical Records Specialist Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the medical records specialist position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for technical input into emergency response policies, processes, and procedures and assist in ensuring compliance with applicable governmental regulations and company standards.

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

• Inquire and gather information from the EMR, physician, referral sources, staff to ensure Face to Face documentation requirements are met
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and effective communication skills
• Participate in staff and in-service meetings, and development and training activities
• Communicate information accurately and demonstrates judgment when communicating confidential or patient related information
• Knowledge of HIPAA Guidelines and regulations
• Previous experience with EMR system preferred, HCHB helpful
• Medical records or HIM experience
• Excellent keyboarding skills with high level of accuracy

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

Previously, I was responsible for input for policies, procedures and training related to Medical Affairs and compliance, drawing on a current knowledge of regulatory authority guidelines and regulations governing scientific exchange.

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

• Proficiency with preparing packages for shipping using FedEx system
• Clerical skills including proficiency with data entry and computers programs
• RRA/RHIA or ART/RHIT or CCS/CTR or CCS-P or CPC coding certification or equivalent work experience
• Familiarity with policies and procedures relating to all aspects of medical record systems (i.e., paper-based and electronic)
• Basic medical terminology understanding with a working knowledge of HIPAA
• Excellent telephone, interpersonal, customer service and organizational skills
• Knowledge of medical record retention and destruction standards
• Previous medical office or institutional experience

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

Previously, I was responsible for guidance to physicians/licensed practitioners and facility personnel in completion of medical records, ensuring compliance with all laws, rules and regulations of federal and state agencies and within the Joint Commission standards for the quality of patient care.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and completion of a formal
• AMRT preferred
• Previous experience in the use of a personal computer for word
• Determine records to be released by reviewing requestor information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and obtaining pertinent patient data from various sources, including electronic, off-site, or physical records that match patient request
• Demonstrated proficiency using computer applications
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations is preferred
• Process test results (Litho Link, labs, radiology, ) and send to appropriate staff to follow up with patients
• Experience using general office equipment including desktop computer, scanner, Microsoft Office Suite to complete tasks

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the medical records specialist position.

Previously, I was responsible for feedback/guidance to Agile Scrum team on release standards and procedures prior to the actual software release.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Knowledge of HIPAA and state regulations related to the release of Protected Health Information, preferred
• Knowledge/experience with Cerner
• Successful passage of basic Medical Terminology course OR successful passage of the CCHC Medical Terminology exam
• Home Health Aide certification preferred
• Completion of related college coursework or medical terminology preferred
• Opportunity to learn and grow, in an inclusive environment
• Professional experience within a healthcare revenue department
• Knowledge and experience of claims processing and medical billing procedures

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for advice and recommend on pertinent accountability procedures and policies, discrepancies of information and divergence from regulations.

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

• Knowledgable of state specific guidelines for adults and minors
• General educational background at the high school level, including math, English, keyboarding and general business or equivalent vocational training or experience
• Understand FERPA/HIPAA laws and have basic medical insurance understanding
• Variable hours during evenings and Saturdays
• Abides by all of the applicable policies, procedures and guidelines of NorthShore University HealthSystem and assists in the administration of the NorthShore University HealthSystem Corporate Compliance Plan
• Complete the entire HQPAF process
• Technology software experience with Electronic Medical Record vendors
• Training, education or former experience in the Healthcare Industry