When Coders Have Questions About Documented Diagnoses or Procedures/services, They

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Multiple Choice

When coders have questions about documented diagnoses or procedures/services, they should use a __________ process to contact the responsible physician to request clarification about documentation and the code(s) to be assigned.

• A) medical coordination
• B) physician query
• C) quality assurance
• D) utilization management

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Definitions:

Statement Of Cash Flows

A document detailing the inflows and outflows of cash within a company, categorized into operating, investing, and financing sections, essential for assessing financial health.

Operating Section

Part of an income statement that discloses revenues and expenses related directly to the core business operations.

Direct Method

A cash flow statement approach that lists major payments and receipts within operating activities directly.

Noncash Accounts

Accounts that represent transactions not involving physical cash, such as depreciation, amortization, or accruals.