The Coder's Responsibility Is to Ensure That the Data Are

question 33

True/False

The coder's responsibility is to ensure that the data are as accurate as possible not only for classification and study purposes but also to obtain appropriate reimbursement.

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Definitions:

Parathyroid Glands

Tiny glands in the neck that secrete parathyroid hormone, responsible for controlling blood calcium concentrations.

Osteoclasts

Large bone cells that dissolve bone tissue during growth and healing processes, playing a critical role in bone resorption and remodeling.

Sympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for physical activity by accelerating the heart rate, constricting blood vessels, and raising blood pressure among other functions.

Adrenal Gland

An endocrine gland located above the kidney that produces various hormones, including adrenaline and steroids.