Ethics Case Studies - Supplement for the Ethics Self Assessment

 

The 10 case studies below were developed to help AHIMA members, credentialed HIM professionals, and students learn how to examine and resolve ethical issues they may confront in their own organizations. Some were based on actual ethics complaints brought before the Professional Ethics Committee and others on AHIMA’s Code of Ethics and the Ethics Self Assessment, which all HIM professionals should complete. Each case study includes a scenario describing a potential ethical dilemma, a choice of responses, and questions to facilitate thought and discussion to determine if the situation is indeed an ethical issue and, if so, how a satisfactory resolution can be reached. The case studies include applicable principles from AHIMA’s Code of Ethics.  Select the link for the case study you wish to view.

 

These are the titles for the links. 

 

Case Study I. Privacy/Confidentiality

Case Study II. External Relationships

Case Study III. Adherence to AHIMA Code of Ethics/Professionalism  

Case Study IV. Work Environment

Case Study V. Interpersonal Relationships

Case Study VI. Self-Reflection

Case Study VII. Compliance

Case Study VIII. Sustaining the Profession through the Support of Educational Opportunities 

Case Study IX. AHIMA Membership Responsibilities

Case Study X. Management/Leadership