After Gaining Entry into the Host Cell by the Zipper

question 29

Multiple Choice

After gaining entry into the host cell by the zipper mechanism, the bacterium Listeria monocytogenes escapes phagosomes by secreting listeriolysin O. This protein …

• A) is active at neutral pH and cannot be degraded by the proteasome.
• B) is active at neutral pH and is rapidly degraded by the proteasome.
• C) is active at acidic pH and cannot be degraded by the proteasome.
• D) is active at acidic pH and is rapidly degraded by the proteasome.
• E) is active at basic pH and cannot be degraded by the proteasome.

Identify and describe different types of fraudulent coding and billing practices in healthcare.

Comprehend the purpose and application of modifiers in CPT coding.

Grasp the importance of accurate CPT coding and the implications of overcoding and undercoding.

Recognize the process and significance of code linkage and claim analysis within medical billing.

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