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Death certification

Death certification

What death certification is and how to complete the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD)

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Death certification

The Death Certification Review Service and the MCCD review process

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Death certification

Getting MCCD completion right by avoiding common errors

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Death certification

Learning resources

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For more information on the DCRS please visit the Healthcare Improvement Scotland DCRS website. 

You can contact the DCRS by emailing his.dcrs@nhs.scot.

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