Kickback violations occur when a(n) _____
A) Physician refers patients to a facility in which he holds a financial interest
B) Provider receives compensation for patient referrals to a specific facility
C) Third-party payers reimburse facilities and physicians for overbilled services
D) Surgical procedure is coded at a higher level to increase financial compensation
B
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Bone grafts are used during periodontal surgery for vertical bony ________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The medical assistant's responsibility is to help physicians make the most efficient use of their time and avoid _______________ or leaving unfilled appointment slots in the schedule.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Which statement correctly describes the relationship of apnea to morbidity and mortality in neonatal patients?
A) Apnea of prematurity is not a risk factor for SIDS. B) An apparent life-threatening event (ALTE) is not a risk factor for sudden death. C) Apnea associated with prematurity does cause morbidity. D) An ALTE is not associated with increased morbidity.
Failure to remove a malignant tumor is an example of which category of malpractice?
A. malfeasance B. dysfeasance C. misfeasance D. nonfeasance