The Compliance Program Guidance suggests that a physician's office implement a plan that includes all of the following EXCEPT:
conducting internal monitoring and auditing of claims.
developing open lines of communication.
conducting appropriate training and education of staff.
dismissing any employee who fails to understand the compliance plan.
Answer: dismissing any employee who fails to understand the compliance plan.
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Z codes are codes used to report a reason for a visit to a physician for something other than an:
A. screenings. B. injury. C. injury and illness. D. illness.
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