Figure 14-4 -Refer to Figure 14-4.Which of the Following Is Consistent with Following

question 248

Multiple Choice

Figure 14-4

-Refer to Figure 14-4.Which of the following is consistent with the graph depicted?

• A) an increase in household income
• B) an increase in transfer payments to households
• C) an increase in the proportion of income after net taxes used for consumption
• D) an increase in tax revenues collected by the government

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Definitions:

Fraudulent Coding

Involves incorrect or deceptive medical coding practices intended to unjustly increase reimbursement from healthcare payers.

Code Linkage

Analysis of the connection between diagnostic and procedural information in order to evaluate the medical necessity of the reported charges. This analysis is performed by insurance company representatives.

Diagnostic

Pertaining to the identification of the nature or cause of a health problem through examination, testing, and analysis.

Procedural Information

Details or instructions regarding how to carry out specific procedures or processes, often used in a medical, technical, or administrative context.