Being a Medical Records/Health Information Clerk (3rd Edition) [Paperback]

Kathryn McMiller (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 23, 2003 | ISBN-10: 0131126717 | ISBN-13: 978-0131126718 | Edition: 3

Unlike other available books on medical records—which focus on management of HIM departments—this one is especially designed for entry-level health information/medical record clerks. It orients learners to the essential step-by-step procedures for being a medical records clerk—from the importance of confidentiality to filing. KEY TOPICS Specific chapter topics cover the health information management department, number and filing methods, processing medical records, assembly and analysis of the medical record, physician incomplete area, confidentiality and release of information, and other medical record clerk functions. For directors, managers/supervisors of HIM departments in hospitals, physicians offices, and outpatient clinics; and also for use in hospitals, and for anyone maintaining medical records.

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From the Back Cover

Being A Being A Medical Records / Health Information Clerk is a comprehensive reference for anyone interested in health information management. The Third Edition has been revised and updated to include the latest information, while retaining its emphasis on the principles of working in a Health Information Management department. It lays a complete foundation of the skills necessary for all medical records clerks.

Features:

• An overview of HIPPA regulations
• Revised format for ease of learning
• Updated vocabulary
• New information reflecting current HIM automation
• Example of a complete medical record as it would appear in a hospital
• Updated learning activities

About the Author

Kathryn McMiller, RHIA, is an independent Health Information Management consultant based in Southern California. She has over 24 years experience in HIM, the last eight years as a consultant specializing in interim HIM department assessments and interim management and computer system installation project management. Kathryn has worked in hospitals ranging in size from 110 to 1,000 beds in various parts of the country.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 3 edition (May 23, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0131126717
• ISBN-13: 978-0131126718
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #497,846 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect, November 24, 2010

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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good, February 27, 2009

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This review is from: Being a Medical Records/Health Information Clerk (3rd Edition) (Paperback)

It's a good book to get basic learning on Health Information Management and the clerical duties that are done within the department