When processing claims, excellent documentation in a patient's paper or electronic health record can do all of the following EXCEPT:

a. reduce the amount of time needed to code the claim.
b. insure the patient will not file a medical malpractice suit.
c. result in a more accurate and complete claim.
d. minimize problems associated with claims processing.


Answer: b

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