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Duplicate Patient Records in the System: A Risk to Accuracy and Care
Accurate patient identification is the backbone of safe, efficient healthcare delivery. Yet, duplicate patient records continue to plague many health systems—creating confusion, introducing billing errors, and even posing clinical risks. In a data-driven healthcare environment, managing and eliminating duplicate records is not just a technical necessity but a patient safety imperative. The Challenge: Duplication Disrupts Care and Operations Duplicate records occur when the same patient is entered into the system more than once under different IDs or slightly varied data.

The Role of Coding and Billing in Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management
Healthcare revenue cycle management (RCM) is a critical process that ensures healthcare organizations are paid for the services they provide. This comprehensive system encompasses the entire lifecycle of a patient’s encounter with the healthcare system from the initial appointment to the final payment. Central to RCM are two key components: coding and billing. These functions are fundamental in ensuring that healthcare providers receive accurate and timely reimbursement from insurers and patients. Let’s explore the roles of coding and billing in