Who has the legal responsibility for all acts and services performed in the dental office?

the dentist
the dental technician
the dental hygienist
the dental assistant


the dentist

Rationale: The dentist is ultimately responsible for any and all acts and services that are performed by any of her or his employees.

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Which of the following statements best explains the need for an appended modifier in this case?

a. A separately identifiable E/M service was performed by the same physician on the same day as the other procedure or service b. An unrelated E/M service was performed by the same physician during the postoperative period c. An E/M service has been mandated by an outside agency d. A decision for surgery has been made by the physician performing the E/M service

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Cf _______________________________________________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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A medical assistant can help break the cycle of infection in the office by ____. 

A. eating a well-balanced diet B. posting a sign that no patients with colds are allowed C. maintaining strict housekeeping standards D. administering antibiotics to all patients E. placing a sharps container in the reception area

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SDS stands for _____________

a. safety detail sheet b. safety data sheet c. standards/data sheet d. none of the above

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