Because the patient record is a highly personal document, and therefore must be treated respectfully with regard to the coded data assigned, AHIMA has issued which of the following guidelines?

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The Standards of Ethical Coding is a set of guidelines issued by AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association) that outlines the ethical principles and standards that should be followed when coding patient records. These guidelines emphasize the importance of accuracy, confidentiality, and respect for patient privacy in the coding process. While HIPAA regulations and the Federal Register may also provide guidance on patient record management and privacy, they do not specifically address ethical guidelines for coding. Standards for code sets, on the other hand, are technical guidelines related to the use of specific codes in healthcare data and are not directly related to the ethical considerations involved in coding patient records.

Because the Patient Record Is a Highly Personal Document, and Therefore