A 42-year-old male presents with fever, a severe headache, and a stiff neck. He is conscious, but confused. His wife tells you that he does not have any medical problems and does not take any medications. You should be MOST suspicious for:

A) influenza.
B) meningitis.
C) tuberculosis.
D) acute stroke.


Ans: B) meningitis.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The NFPA hazard identification system number four indicates:

a. no hazard b. a mild hazard c. an extreme hazard d. a minor hazard

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A physician performs a bilateral nasal endoscopy with polypectomy.

Identify the terms used to look up the code selection in the Alphabetic Index. Assign CPT codes to the case. If applicable, assign CPT/HCPCS Level II modifiers.

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Which of the following is the process in which providers who receive ERAs are able to have the payment information recorded directly to the patient's account?

A. autobilling B. autoposting C. autopayment D. autodenial

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