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Delete data processing rule

Deleting data processing rules removes outdated or unnecessary rules from the system, ensuring that only relevant and effective rules are maintained. This action helps keep the data processing framework clean and focused, enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of data handling.

To delete a data processing rule

  1. In the Medical Coding application header, select the CONFIGURATION tab.

    Accessing coding configurations
    Figure 1. Accessing coding configurations

  2. In the left pane, select Data Processing Rule.

    Accessing data processing rules
    Figure 2. Accessing data processing rules

  3. In the Data Processing Rule List table that appears, go to the data processing rule that you want to delete and select Delete trash__can__icon__png.png next to it.

    Initiating deletion of data processing rule
    Figure 3. Initiating deletion of data processing rule

  4. In the Delete Item confirmation dialog, select delete_button_white_red.png.

    Deleting data processing rule
    Figure 4. Deleting data processing rule

Once done, the selected data processing rule is permanently removed from the CODING application and can no longer be used to define how data is processed before the coding phase.

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