Filing Medical Records

Unit outcomes addressed in this Assignment:

Use appropriate guidelines when releasing records or information.
Utilize appropriate file techniques for medical records.
Establish and maintain medical record techniques.
Create a patients medical record
Organize a patients medical record.
File medical records to maintain organization.
Consider staff needs and limitations in establishment of a filing system.
Course outcomes assessed/addressed in this Assignment:

HS210-1: Perform bookkeeping and operational procedures in a healthcare setting.

HS210-4: Explain HIPAA guidelines as it relates to patient privacy and confidentiality