Which professional association first believed that written records were essential for quality patient care? Why?

What will be an ideal response?


The ACS believed in the importance of written records to improve the quality of care.

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For patients with which of the following conditions should adjunctive diagnostic tests be used?

A) Chronic periodontitis B) Aggresssive periodontitis C) Refractory periodontitis D) Necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis E) Hormonal-influenced gingivitis

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The labia _______________ are rounded folds of adipose tissue and skin that serve to protect the other external female reproductive organs. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Date of service in this practice: 9/5/11 Last date of treatment: 8/14/07 The patient is seen for a chief complaint of shortness of breath, malaise, and fatigue. The physician performs a detailed history, comprehensive examination, and medical decision-making is of moderate complexity. What is the correct E/M code for this service?

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