Which of the Following Is a Benefit of Concurrent Coding

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a benefit of concurrent coding?

• A) Allows the facility to bill the insurance company prior to discharge
• B) Ensures that all clinical personnel are aware of the admitting diagnosis
• C) Gives the physician the correct principal diagnosis
• D) Helps determine the estimated length of the patient's hospital stay

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Definitions:

Projection

A defense mechanism where individuals attribute their own unwanted thoughts, feelings, or motives to another person.

Quarrelsome

Quarrelsome describes a person prone to arguments or disputes, often engaging in hostile exchanges.

Psychoanalytic Theory

is a method of psychology and psychotherapy developed by Sigmund Freud that emphasizes unconscious motives and conflicts.

Inferiority Complex

A psychological condition where an individual feels a deep sense of inadequacy and inferiority, often leading to overcompensation or withdrawal.