Mr. Rodgers has seen his physician for management of his use of warfarin during the first 90 days of therapy. The physician took 9 INR measurements during this time. What is the appropriate code for these services?
A. 99364
B. 99366
C. 99363
D. 99444
Answer: C
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The duties and responsibilities of a payment poster generally include:
a. greeting visitors and directing them to appropriate staff. b. reading Explanation of Benefits documents issued by insurance carriers. c. submitting claims to insurance carriers. d. scheduling and confirming patients' appointments.
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A. part of the esophagus that connects to the pharynx B. hole in the diaphragm that the esophagus goes through C. upper section of the esophagus D. lower section of the esophagus E. part of the esophagus that connects to the stomach