If there is inconsistent or missing documentation by the provider, the coder can make the best choice to assign the POA

a. true
b. false


b. false

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____ is software that finds and reports errors in the coding of claims data

Fill in the blank with correct word.

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Identifying whether an incident is a crime, terrorist act, or just an emergency situation ____.

A. can be determined with the ERG B. is based on the distinction between chemical/biological agents C. can be difficult D. is clear-cut

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Extraoral film should be removed from the box under safelight conditions using:

a. clean, dry hands. b. patient treatment gloves. c. plastic overgloves. d. nitrile utility gloves.

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In the past, our economic system, based on supply and demand, has operated to regulate the health care system. When demand exceeded supply, _________ determined who could afford access to what services

a. ethics b. cost c. HMOs d. managed care

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