Dr. Jones completed an extensive drainage for lymphadenitis. Prior to assigning the code for the extensive drainage, the coder should ____
A)?assign the code if the term extensive is documented
B)?assign the code after talking with the physician
C)?assign the code if there is documentation in the patient's record that records the reason for the extensive treatment and a description of the extent of the treatment
D)?ask the coding supervisor to review the case
C
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A hearing-impaired patient with a hearing aid is having a difficult time hearing your questions. Your initial action would be to:
A) write the questions on paper. B) slow your speech and increase the pitch of your voice. C) ensure that his hearing aid is turned on. D) position yourself in front of the patient and speak loudly.
An advantage to asking the patient close-ended questions is a(n):
A) opportunity to get a detailed response from the patient. B) ability to get medical information very quickly. C) chance to get a significant amount of information. D) opportunity for the patient to elaborate about his medical complaint.
You are in the home of a 17-year-old female patient who is complaining of abdominal pain. Her mother and father are hovering near her and answering most of the questions you ask her. You sense that the patient is uncomfortable answering questions in front of her parents. Which of the following is the best way to handle this situation?
A) Tell the patient you know she might be embarrassed but that it is imperative that she give you the whole story so you know what to do for her. B) Defer the history to the triage nurse at the emergency department so as not to cause undue discomfort to the patient. C) Ask the parents to go to the kitchen with your partner so he can get some information for your paperwork. D) Tell the parents that their daughter is a big girl and probably doesn't want to talk about her problems in front of them.
For which of the following do providers qualify by demonstrating the ability to meet meaningful use goals and objectives?
A. Continuing education credit B. Incentive program C. Status as an eligible provider D. All of these