Which of the Following Organizations Influences What Needs to Be

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following organizations influences what needs to be documented in a patient's medical record?

• A) The Joint Commission
• B) Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
• C) Financial intermediaries
• D) Hospital administration

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