If the Evaluation and Management Code on an Insurance Claim

question 40

True/False

If the Evaluation and Management code on an insurance claim reflects a higher level of care than is reflected in the patient's medical record, the claim is an example of upcoding.

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Definitions:

Par Common Stock

The nominal or face value assigned to a share of common stock in the company’s charter.

Cumulative Preferred Stock

Stock that has a right to receive regular dividends that were not declared (paid) in prior years.

Par Value

The nominal or face value assigned to a share of stock or bond, typically used in accounting as a base value rather than market value.

Dividend Liability

Refers to the amount a company owes to its shareholders after the board of directors declares a dividend but before the company has actually paid it.