Members of the Clinical Coders’ Society of Australia shall:
Not misrepresent or falsify their education, qualifications or experience, and not make determinations outside their realm of knowledge.
Refuse to participate in illegal or unethical acts and will report the illegal or unethical acts of others to the appropriate authorities.
Legitimately code to optimise casemix group weight (ensure all codes used accurately reflect care) but will not code to maximise casemix group weight (add or alter codes which are not substantiated by documentation).
Assist managers and clinicians in guidelines and practices that support ethical coding.
Protect the confidentiality of health records and administrative records of health institutions in accordance with legal and management policy requirements unless compelled to do otherwise by statutory requirements.
Participate in ongoing education in order to maintain and improve coding competence and support the objectives of the Clinical Coders’ Society of Australia.
Liaise with other professional bodies in order to strive for the advancement of quality health care.
Discharge honourably the responsibilities of any national or state association positions and preserve the confidentiality of any privileged information obtained whilst acting in an official capacity.
Maintain the integrity of the Clinical Coders’ Society of Australia and not make unsanctioned representations on behalf of the Society
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