What Data Cannot Be Retrieved from the MEDPAR

question 391

Multiple Choice

What data cannot be retrieved from the MEDPAR?

• A) ICD-9-CM diagnosis and procedure codes
• B) charges broken down by specific types of services
• C) non-Medicare patient data
• D) data on the provider

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Definitions:

Net Working Capital

The difference between a company's current assets and current liabilities, indicating its short-term liquidity and ability to finance its operations.

Current Assets

Current assets are a balance sheet item that represents the value of all assets that can reasonably be expected to be converted into cash within one year, including cash, marketable securities, accounts receivable, and inventory.

Total Assets

The sum of all assets owned by a business, including cash, investments, property, and equipment, representing the resources it has at its disposal.

Cash

A form of liquid asset that represents immediate purchasing power and can be used for transactions or as a reserve for future payments.