According to the Institute of Medicine, how many deaths occur from medical errors annually in the United States?
A) 7,440
B) 19,000
C) 45,000
D) 98,000
D) 98,000
About 98,000 deaths occur from medical errors in the United States annually, according to the Institute of Medicine.
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A) H2CO3 emits toxic fumes which makes it dangerous to work with regularly in the laboratory. B) In the blood, H2CO3 is bound to a carrier molecule that obscures its detection. C) The concentration of H2CO3 in the blood is negligibly small. D) Both A and C are correct.
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A. Gauze wrapped around the arm, secured with self-adhering wrap B. Self-adhesive bandage over the puncture site C. Cotton ball over puncture site, secured with self-adhering wrap D. Gauze pad, secured with medical adhesive tape
Which provider reimbursement method applies primarily to physician providers who receive a set fee per month per enrolled member, regardless of the number of patient visits or frequency of services provided?
A. fee-for-service B. salaried C. negotiated/discounted fee D. capitation
For coding purposes, which of the following is not a level of patient history?
A. Problem-focused B. Expanded problem-focused C. Detailed D. Expanded detailed E. Comprehensive