Three major methods are used to transmit claims electronically: direct transmission to the payer, ________ use, and direct data entry.

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


clearinghouse

Offices whose medical billing software vendors do not have translation software must use a clearinghouse in order to send and receive data in the correct EDI format.

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A young man who was angry with friends wandered away from a party and spent the night outside uncovered in 40–50 degree temperatures. He is confused, has decreased but adequate breathing, and has a weak radial pulse. His skin is cool, and capillary refill is delayed. When looking to see if he is shivering, you note that he is not. Based on this presentation, OEC Technicians can safely conclude

that the: a. patient is exhibiting signs indicating that he is effectively compensating and conserving heat. b. patient's body temperature is most likely dangerously low. c. absence of shivering indicates that body temperature is almost back to normal. d. cause of his confusion is not related to exposure to the low overnight temperatures.

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Specialty latex-free gloves now cost $17.99 for a box of 100 gloves; previously they were priced at $22.99. This represents a ________% decrease in cost per box. Round to the nearest tenth

What will be an ideal response?

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List three of the members who may serve on the interdisciplinary team for an individual with an intellectual disability

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Each year the business office, ancillary departments, and health information management (HIM) department update the charges and codes for all procedures, services, and supplies. This information is entered into the computer system to create a:

A) chargemaster B) encounter form C) financial record D) superbill

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