Developing a coding quality improvement program.

摘要

THE INCREASED NEED for accurate coded data for healthcare delivery, reimbursement, compliance, and regulatory accountability has brought about a corresponding need for data quality monitoring and regular evaluation programs. Maintaining data quality is an ongoing effort that affects many aspects of the healthcare environment but relies primarily on the commitment and expertise of HIM professionals..When implementing a data quality monitoring program, HIM professionals must define the program's goals and detail how the program will be maintained.