Which of the following is TRUE when coding a personal or family history of a malignant neoplasm?
a. The significance of the history must be documented by the physician.
b. Patients must have a blood relationship to the family member.
c. History of grandparents, aunts and uncles may be relevant for cancers with proven genetic links.
d. All of the above.
Answer: d
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Fill in the blank with correct word.
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A) A claim is sent to the secondary insurance plan. B) A computer program generates a paper or electronic claim to be sent to the insurance plan. C) A bill is sent to the patient for the amount that is the patient's responsibility. D) The patient is treated and discharged. E) The provider verifies patient insurance eligibility with the health plan.