The acronym __________ is used with poorly defined terms to warn the coder that specified forms of the diagnosis being coded are classified to different code numbers

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


NEC

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Which of the following is NOT one of principles of the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Code of Medical Ethics?

a. Human dignity b. Legal considerations c. Continued study d. Freedom of choice

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Nerve endings are specialized, each providing a specific type of sensory reaction.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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If you recognize a patient's condition from a lab report, but the physician did not document a confirmed diagnosis, you must ________ the physician.

A. answer B. doubt C. reply to D. query

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A patient with a mean arterial pressure (MAP) of 100 has a diastolic pressure of 70 mm Hg. What is the systolic pressure?Answer: ___________

What will be an ideal response?

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