What are some of the ways that managed care organizations (MCOs) create an increased administrative burden on a physician's office?
What will be an ideal response?
Increased administrative burdens could include incompatible claim systems, the need for authorization before providing care, required physician interaction with utilization review departments, and required quality-assurance reporting.
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Which of the following is TRUE regarding the use of lights and sirens during ambulance operations?
A) It greatly reduces transport time to the hospital. B) It poses significant risks to you, the patient, and other drivers. C) Sirens should not be used during inclement weather. D) Lights and sirens can be used whenever it is convenient.
Which of the following types of foam proportioners consists of one or two foam concentrate tanks that connect to both water supply and foam solution lines of the overall system?
A. Duplicate pressure system B. Balanced pressure proportioner C. Pressure proportioning tank system D. Coupled water motor-pump proportioner
How many different single organ system physical examinations are listed in the 1997 Documentation Guidelines for Evaluation and Management Services?
A. Four B. Eight C. Ten D. Fourteen
Hospitals and physicians should have a written policy on file detailing the procedures for releasing patient information. The policy must reflect what type of law?
a. Federal law b. State law c. Federal law and, if applicable, state law d. State and, if applicable, local law