On the CMS-1500 Claim Form, the Abbreviation DD Indicates That

question 11

Multiple Choice

On the CMS-1500 claim form, the abbreviation DD indicates that:

• A) up to two diagnosis codes can be entered.
• B) a doctor of dentistry performed the service.
• C) the day of the month should be entered as two digits.
• D) durable medical equipment (DME) was ordered.

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Definitions:

Blood Transfusion

The process of transferring blood or blood components from one person (donor) into the bloodstream of another person (recipient).

Normal Saline

A sterile solution of sodium chloride in water, commonly used as an intravenous infusion to hydrate patients or as a cleansing agent.

Antidiuretic Hormone

A hormone produced by the pituitary gland that helps the kidneys manage the amount of water in the body, particularly by preventing excessive water loss in urine.

Sodium and Water

Critical electrolytes in the body involved in nerve and muscle functions, as well as fluid balance and blood pressure regulation.