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Key Roles and Responsibilities : • Allocate codes to the current episode of care, using knowledge of the information contained within the ICD-10-AM and ACHI International Classification of Diseases, 10 th Revision, Australian Modification, commonly referred to as ICD-10-AM and Australian Classification of Health Intervention (ACHI) • Read and analyze the patient s record to abstract all possible diagnoses and interventions relevant to the current episode of care • Assess the patient s record content and bring any concerns about the accuracy, consistency, or ethics of the documentation to the attention of management • Utilize relevant patient information systems, and related pathology and associated databases to assist in verification and allocation of clinical codes • Maintain strict confidentiality about patient s record • Act in a manner congruent with the maintenance of a safe and harmonious workplace • Follow all applicable policies and procedures • Respects patients and their families to promote a patient-centered care culture
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