Which of the Following Agencies Is Empowered to Implement the Law

question 1106

Multiple Choice

Which of the following agencies is empowered to implement the law governing Medicare and Medicaid?

• A) Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) formerly known as Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA)
• B) Joint Commission
• C) Institutes of Health
• D) Department of Health and Human Services

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Definitions:

Mailing Days

Mailing days refer to the business days considered for the processing and delivery of mail.

Process Payments

The procedure of completing financial transactions by transferring funds from one party to another.

Zero-Balance Account

A bank account maintained with a balance of zero, where funds are transferred to cover checks presented for payment.

Chequing Account

A bank account from which money can be withdrawn without notice, usually through the issuance of checks.