For each type of setting that is discussed, students will demonstrate an understanding and applications of the following areas:

1. Record content as described in regulatory agencies documents and industry standards.

2. Special legal implications of laws for specific types of patients.

3. The use of ICD-9-CM coding and CPT-4 in the reimbursement process.

4. Storage and retention guidelines for each type of setting.

5. Use of computers in each setting.

6. Quantitative and qualitative review of medical record content.

7. Quality assurance.

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