An endocrine and metabolic disorder of the musculoskeletal system, called ________, results in thinning of bone tissue and loss of bone density over time.

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


osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is more common in women than men and may be caused by inadequate calcium consumption, estrogen deficiency, or alcoholism.

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Identify and explain the types of codes used for office and other outpatient services

What will be an ideal response?

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To bill for a procedure that was NOT medically necessary is considered:

fraud. abuse. inaccurate. incomplete.

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Toxicity of pantothenic acid has not been reported because it is found widely in foods

A) Neither the statement nor the reason is correct. B) The statement is not correct, but the reason is correct. C) The statement is correct, but the reason is not. D) Both the statement and reason are correct and related. E) Both the statement and reason are correct but not related.

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All of the following are implementation specifications in the Security Management Process EXCEPT:

A) Risk Management. B) Information System Activity Review. C) Risk Analysis. D) Sanction Policy. E) Patient Information Review.

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