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:

Double-clutching

A driving technique used in manual transmission vehicles where the clutch is depressed twice during a gear change to match the rotational speeds of the engine and transmission.

Axis Of Rotation

The axis of rotation refers to an imaginary line around which an object rotates or spins.

Centerline

A reference line that divides a component or structure into equal parts, often used in design and manufacturing.

Helical Gears

Gears featuring teeth that are cut at an angle to the face of the gear, allowing for smoother and quieter operation compared to straight-cut gears.