What type of tumor grows slowly and resembles the parent tissue of origin?

a. Percutaneous
b. Benign
c. Malignant
d. Prophylactic


ANS: B
A benign tumor is an aggregation of cells that closely resemble those of the parent tissue of origin; it grows slowly by expansion, is localized, and surrounded by a capsule of fibrous tissue.

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In addition to the reimbursement process, ICD-10-CM codes are used by outside agencies to:

A) forecast healthcare needs. B) conduct studies of disease trends. C) review costs and evaluate facilities. D) all of the above.

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What will be an ideal response?

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The two options for electronic claims submission are _________________________ and _________________________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The intensity of the x-ray beam is affected by each of the following except one. Which one is the exception?

A) Target size B) Kilovoltage C) Exposure time D) Milliamperage

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