Every patient interaction begins with accurate data collection—yet registration errors cost healthcare organizations millions annually in claim denials and operational inefficiencies.

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Register Patients & Validate Data
This course is part of Optimizing the Clinic: Basics of Medical Office Management Specialization

Instructor: Hurix Digital
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What you'll learn
Accurate data entry prevents cascading errors, improving patient care quality and ensuring efficient billing processes.
Systematic validation needs technical skills and clinical judgment to ensure correct issue escalation.
Efficient registration workflows balance speed and accuracy to enhance patient experience and maintain operational integrity.
Real-time error detection and correction safeguard patient safety and ensure organizational and regulatory compliance.
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There are 2 modules in this course
Learners will master the foundational skills of patient registration by understanding system components, navigating registration workflows, and creating complete patient records that meet healthcare data requirements.
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Learners will develop expertise in interpreting validation alerts, making appropriate correction decisions, and following escalation protocols to maintain data integrity throughout the healthcare system.
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