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tatyanajohnson

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What are some of the traditional roles of an HIM professional in an MCO?

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Why is credentialing vital to the success of an MCO?



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Answer to Question 1

maintaining security and confidentiality of records, collecting data, coding encounter data, information storage and retrieval, personnel management, information technology resourcing within the facility, assisting with accreditation visits

Answer to Question 2

Credentialing assures MCO clients that the physician is qualified and competent to participate in the health plan.



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