Separating the Components of a Procedure and Reporting Them as Billable

question 28

Multiple Choice

Separating the components of a procedure and reporting them as billable codes with charges in order to increase reimbursement rates is known as what?

• A)Upcoding
• B)Unbundling  
• C)Bundling
• D)Downcoding

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Definitions:

Osteocytes

Bone cells integral to the structure and function of bone, acting as strain sensors.

Hydroxyapatites

Minerals composed of calcium phosphate that form the primary structural component of bone and teeth.

Epiphyseal Plate

A cartilage plate in the long bones where lengthwise growth occurs in children and adolescents.

Hyaline

A term often used to describe cartilage that is translucent and glass-like, found in joints and respiratory passages.