Which abbreviation means "unspecified" and identifies codes that are to be assigned when information needed to assign a more specific code cannot be obtained from the provider?
a. NEC
b. NOS
b
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Some offices have the patient complete a self-addressed postcard that is used in an appointment reminder for a system known as a tickler file.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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Alcohol that has not dried prior to a skin puncture can prevent a round drop from forming
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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________ insurance does not restrict a patient's choice of providers
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
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To find the inpatient bed occupancy ratio for a period, what number makes up the numerator?
A) Total beds available B) Total inpatient service days for the period C) Total days in the period D) Total discharges for the period
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