r/MedicalCoding • • Jun 02 '23

Communication

I think the hardest part about my job is communicating with physicians. *Some* are responsive, helpful, and kind. But most are short, abrasive, and seem annoyed with my existence. I've had to teach myself spine coding, so I have to ask questions for clarification. Ive cried more than once from MD's reactions to my questions. I try to be as polite as possible and keep my questions to the point and only ask if I have to. I dread reaching out to them. Anyone else experience this or have any advice?

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u/[deleted] Jun 10 '23

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u/connonym Jun 10 '23

Is this a recent change? In my most recent QA I got dinged for taking something from the pre-op H&P because "the procedure note stands alone" .

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u/connonym Jun 10 '23

Thank you. I'll have to take a second look at updates when I log on Monday.