Which of the Following Statements Follows the AHIMA Standards of Ethical

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements follows the AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding?

• A)Coders should change codes as requested by the business office for payment.
• B)Coders should share personal health information with anyone who asks for it.
• C)Coders should assign only codes supported by documentation in the record.
• D)It is acceptable for coders to participate in practices that do not follow the official coding guidelines.

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Definitions:

Therapy

A treatment aimed at relieving or healing psychological, emotional, or behavioral issues, typically involving structured sessions with a trained professional.

Free Association

A therapeutic technique in psychoanalysis where a patient speaks freely to reveal unconscious thoughts and feelings.

Resistance

In psychology, the opposition or reluctance to discuss, remember, or acknowledge certain thoughts, feelings, or experiences during therapy.

Insight

The ability to understand the true nature of a situation, often leading to a sudden realization or solution.