The Policy in Most Medical Offices Is to Request That

question 40

Multiple Choice

The policy in most medical offices is to request that the patient sign and update a release of information form:

• A) at every visit.
• B) once per year.
• C) every 2 years.
• D) every 3 years.

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United States

A federal republic composed of 50 states, a federal district, five major self-governing territories, and various possessions.

Disparate-Treatment Discrimination

A form of discrimination in which an employee or job applicant is treated unfavorably because of their race, color, national origin, sex, or religion in comparison to others.

Disparate-Impact Discrimination

Unintentional discrimination that occurs when a neutral policy disproportionately affects a protected group.

Filing a Claim

The process of formally submitting a request for compensation or remedy for a loss or wrong experienced.