The Key to Substantiating Procedure and Diagnostic Code Selections for Proper

question 4

Multiple Choice

The key to substantiating procedure and diagnostic code selections for proper reimbursement is

• A) the information on the daysheet.
• B) supporting documentation in the electronic health record.
• C) the data on the patient's information sheet.
• D) the data checked off on the patient's encounter form.

Recognize the necessary steps a critical thinker must take when encountering claims without basis or reasons.

Identify how strong critical thinkers treat claims standing alone and the relevance of context in evaluating such claims.

Understand the concept of self-contradictory claims and the ability to identify and analyze examples.

Recognize the strategies for examining claims absent any reasons, including assessing plausibility and possible motivations.

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Definitions:

Cellular Respiration

A metabolic process in cells where organic molecules are broken down to release energy used for vital functions.

Photosynthesis

The process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods from carbon dioxide and water.

Carbon Dioxide

A transparent gas with no odor, resulting from the burning of carbon-containing substances and the respiration process. It naturally occurs in the environment and is crucial for plant photosynthesis.

Methane

A colorless, odorless flammable gas that is the simplest alkane, used as a fuel and in chemical synthesis.