Which of the Following Statements Follows the AHIMA Standards of Ethical

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements follows the AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding?

• A)Coders should change codes as requested by the business office for payment
• B)Coders should share personal health information with anyone who asks for it
• C)Coders should assign only codes supported by documentation in the record
• D)It is OK for coders to participate in practices that do not follow the official coding guidelines

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