Medical Coding Code of Ethics

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Medical Coding Code of Ethics

Members of the American Academy of Professional Coders shall be dedicated to providing the highest standard of professional coding and billing services to employers, clients and patients. Professional and personal behavior of AAPC members must be exemplary.

AAPC members shall maintain the highest standard of personal and professional conduct. Members shall respect the rights of patients, clients, employers and all other colleagues.

Members shall use only legal and ethical means in all professional dealings and shall refuse to cooperate with, or condone by silence, the actions of those who engage in fraudulent, deceptive or illegal acts.

Members shall respect and adhere to the laws and regulations of the land and uphold the mission statement of the AAPC.

Members shall pursue excellence through continuing education in all areas applicable to their profession.

Members shall strive to maintain and enhance the dignity, status, competence and standards of coding for professional services.

Members shall not exploit professional relationships with patients, employees, clients or employers for personal gain.

Above all else we will commit to recognizing the intrinsic worth of each member.

This code of ethical standards for members of the AAPC strives to promote and maintain the highest standard of professional service and conduct among its members. Adherence to these standards assures public confidence in the integrity and service of professional coders who are members of the AAPC.

Failure to adhere to these standards, as determined by AAPC, will result in the loss of credentials and membership with the American Academy of Professional Coders.

AAPC Complaint Form: Violation of Code of Ethics -

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I believe that he/she has acted in violation of the AAPC Code of Ethics by not adhering to the following part of the AAPC Code of Ethics:
List what specific actions you allege were violations(s) of the AAPC Code of Ethics. Copy and paste separate documents or letters as evidence:
List all documents and evidence to substantiate the listed ethical violation(s). Please copy and paste copies of any relevant documents to this form. If applicable, list names address and telephone numbers of all persons directly involved, i.e., chapter members, coworkers, employers, or payers and copies of their findings if possible. If any legal action has occurred on this matter, attach the court’s findings:
Please provide any additional information below that you feel may assist in the Executive Committee’s investigation:
To the best of my knowledge, the information provided above is true and correct. Additionally, I have been advised and understand the following:
1. It is my responsibility to provide the AAPC with relevant facts pertaining to my complaint.
2. The AAPC Ethics Committee’s only area of authority pertains to the AAPC “Code of Ethics.”
3. The respondent will receive a copy of the attached AAPC Ethics Violation Report Form along with any other material that I submit to the AAPC Ethics Committee or Executive Committee.
4. The respondent will have 30 days from receipt of the complaint to respond, in writing, to the
AAPC Executive Committee.
5. Either party may be asked to provide further information to the AAPC Ethics Committee or Executive Committee.
6. Both parties will receive a copy of the final decision when the AAPC Ethics Committee or Executive Committee has made its decision.