CDI essentially helps “ensure that the events of the patient encounter are captured accurately and the electronic health record properly reflects the services that were provided.” So, it basically ensures that all members of a patient's care team have the information necessary to properly treat the patient.
What are the benefits of CDI?
Here are three reasons why implementing a CDI program can prove beneficial to your healthcare organization:
- Quality reporting leading to accurate documentation. ...
- Achieving positive brand awareness. ...
- Minimizing room for medical error through improved communication.
What is the importance of clinical documentation?
The importance of clinical documentation
Clinical documentation is the foundation of a patient's medical record. It captures patient care from admission to discharge, including diagnoses, treatment and resources used during their care.
