Which Coding Credential Requires Coders to Be Familiar with Hierarchical

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which coding credential requires coders to be familiar with Hierarchical Condition Categories (HCCs) , which are the basis for reimbursement for Medical Advantage plans?

• A)CIC
• B)CRC
• C)CPC
• D)CCS-P

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Definitions:

Motor Neurons

Nerve cells that initiate and transmit motor signals from the brain and spinal cord to muscles, facilitating movement.

Difficulty Eating

Challenges or discomfort associated with ingesting food, which may arise from various health conditions or physical impediments.

Swallowing

The process of making food or liquid move from the mouth through the pharynx and into the esophagus for digestion.

Spina Bifida

A congenital malformation characterized by the partial closure of the spine and its surrounding membranes.