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An HIM Manager or anyone with HIM credentials is obligated to follow the AHIMA Code of Ethics and the AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding.
Assignment Instructions
Write a paper that explains how the AHIMA Code of Ethics and the AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding relate to professional behavior and the operation of an HIM department.
Requirements
- Your paper should be at least 5 pages double-spaced and formatted according to APA guidelines.
- Your cover sheet and reference page should not be included in the 5-page requirement.
- The paper must include the following:
- an introduction
- the purpose of the AHIMA Code of Ethics and the AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding
- a discussion of professional ethics versus personal ethics
- the relationship of the AHIMA Code of Ethics and the AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding to Professional Behavior
- the relationship of the AHIMA Code of Ethics and the AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding to Day to Day Activities of a HIT Department
- a conclusion
- You must cite your sources, using APA style, in the text of your paper.
- APA style referencing is the type of referencing and writing that is utilized in healthcare.
- This may seem tedious at first, but it will become a natural part of your professional writing style.
- You are expected to use a professional writing style, meaning you must acknowledge and cite the experts who have contributed to research, theory, and applications in your field.
- Wikipedia IS NOT considered a professional reference.
- Do not PLAGIARIZE, if you do your grade for this paper will be an automatic ZERO.
- You will also provide a list of references in APA style at the end of your paper.
- This is a professional requirement that adds credibility to your work, provides ongoing references for your own research, and provides other readers with a list of references.
- All formal written assignments that require references are expected to conform to APA formatting (including in-text citations and reference lists).
- You are encouraged to refer to online resources such as Concordia's APA style guide, Purdue Owl APA, and APAStyle.org for guidance and further information.