Certified medical coders ensure that the personal health information of Canadians contributes to quality care. The accuracy of the coded data affects health care decisions, planning, funding, research, and more. The data is transformed into meaningful information to accelerate improvements in health care, system performance, and population health across many jurisdictions. Government policymakers use coded data to make decisions about our health systems and the care we receive.

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Please note that this course material references the Canadian Coding Standards, Version 2018. For the most up-to-date guidance and accurate referencing when coding, we recommend consulting CIHI by visiting the following link : https://www.cihi.ca/en/submit-data-and-view-standards/codes-classifications-and-terminologies/classification-resources