This work of HCR 230 Week 8 Discussion Questions comprises:

DQ 1: What is the importance of obtaining written consent from patients prior to receiving medical treatment? What are the implications of failing to do so? Does a medical emergency alter the conditions of written consent? Why or why not? Explain your answers.

DQ 2: How are inpatient and outpatient coding similar or different? Should there be a uniform standard of classification for both inpatient and outpatient coding? Support your opinions with examples.