What are the three basic reimbursement methods for inpatient hospital services?

What will be an ideal response?


The three methods are the prospective payment system (PPS), per diem, and fee for service.

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An alert and oriented 69-year-old male patient has slight right-arm weakness but exhibits no deficits to the right leg. The EMT should consider this patient to be a:

A) Non-priority transport since no paralysis exists B) Priority only if the patient also has a low blood glucose level C) Non-priority since he is alert and oriented D) Priority for transport to a hospital with a stroke center

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Patient's reason for seeking care from the physician is found under which component of a SOAP note?

A. S B. O C. A D. P

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A common medical disorder that is characterized by spasmodic narrowing of the bronchi, causing wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath, is ________. 

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

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Explain the goal of hospice care

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