The role of the health information management department in hospital risk management.
The HIM department plays a great part in risk management. With appropriate risk management safeguards, the threat of medical malpractice claims can be reduced. This article discusses the use of the medical record in the risk management process.
Mercy Hospital and Medical Center, Chicago, IL.
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