The Guidelines Direct a Coder to Exclude Any Conditions or Diagnoses

question 41

Multiple Choice

The guidelines direct a coder to exclude any conditions or diagnoses:

• A) that have no impact on the current treatment or service.
• B) that cannot be reimbursed.
• C) for which tests results are inconclusive.
• D) for which insurance companies will deny payment.

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Definitions:

Civil Procedure

The body of law governing the process and procedures by which civil matters are adjudicated in the court system.

Procedural Due Process

A principle required by the Constitution that when the state or federal government acts in such a way that denies a citizen of a life, liberty, or property interest, the person must first be given notice and the opportunity to be heard.

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Jurisdiction

The official power to make legal decisions and judgments, often defined by geographical area or specific types of legal cases.