The Text Mentions Several Common Approaches to Use When Developing

question 16

Multiple Choice

The text mentions several common approaches to use when developing a strategy to close a capacity gap (where utilization of a resource exceeds capacity available) .Which of the following is not among the common approaches mentioned?

• A)Transferring capacity from other units
• B)Increasing capacity through overtime
• C)Subcontracting with other hospitals
• D)Bottleneck reduction
• E)New construction

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Definitions:

Patient Encounter

An interaction between a healthcare professional and a patient for the purpose of providing healthcare service or advice.

Healthcare Claims

Formal requests for payment made by healthcare providers to insurance companies for services rendered to policyholders.

Procedure Description

A detailed account of the steps, actions, or operations involved in the performance of a specific process or procedure.

Multiple Procedure Code

Codes used in medical billing to indicate that multiple procedures were performed during the same session, affecting the billing process.