Understanding the role that coding information plays in health care organizations for claim generation is crucial. The process begins with the collection of information about the patient, the services provided, and the data from the encounter (including medical documentation and charge capture).
List the steps involved in that process, and write a brief explanation for each step.
Note: Be sure to include a description of the chargemaster or charge description master (CDM) and the revenue cycle management process.
Objective:
Understand the role of coding information in healthcare organizations in claim generation.