A Possible Job Title for a Medical Coder Position Would

question 33

Multiple Choice

A possible job title for a medical coder position would be:

• A) admitting clerk.
• B) administrative medical assistant.
• C) medical receptionist.
• D) health information technician.

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Definitions:

Perceptual Errors

are mistakes in judgment that occur when an individual misinterprets sensory stimuli and information from the environment.

Stereotyping

Assigning fixed, generalized attributes to a group of people, often leading to prejudice and discrimination.

Discrimination

Unfair or prejudicial treatment of individuals based on certain characteristics such as race, gender, age, or sexual orientation, rather than on their merits.

Halo Effect

A cognitive bias where one's overall impression of a person, brand, or product influences one's thoughts and feelings about that entity's character or properties.