BC Advantage - 2018 Issue 7
The Importance of Policies
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Article Overview
This article discusses the role of written compliance policies in healthcare organizations, with emphasis on areas where interpretation and internal consistency matter. It focuses on general policy development, compliance culture, audit escalation, and how organizations can support providers, coders, and auditors with clear internal standards. The piece is aimed at compliance professionals, auditors, coding leaders, and practice managers who need to evaluate whether their organization’s policies are current and complete.
Why This Topic Matters
Written policies help organizations create consistent internal expectations and reduce variability in how compliance-related issues are handled. The article highlights why policy maintenance matters for audit readiness, provider accountability, and operational consistency.
What You Will Learn
- Why organizations should maintain current written compliance policies
- How internal policies support consistency in areas requiring interpretation
- Why audit escalation processes are important in compliance programs
- How organizations may approach policy review and policy creation over time
Who Should Read This
- Compliance officers
- Medical auditors
- Coding managers
- Practice administrators
- Revenue cycle leaders
- Physician practices
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