HIPAA Requires That Diagnoses and Services Be Reported in a Standard

question 64

Multiple Choice

HIPAA requires that diagnoses and services be reported in a standard, consistent manner; this is accomplished by using uniform:

• A) claim forms.
• B) code sets.
• C) descriptors.
• D) modifiers.

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Definitions:

Increase Side

Refers to the side (debit or credit) of an account that is used to increase its balance, varying by account type.

Normal Balance

The side (debit or credit) on which increases are recorded in an accounting ledger; varies depending on the account type (asset, liability, equity, revenue, or expense).

Post Reference Column

A column in journal and ledger accounts that helps in cross-referencing entries between these two accounting records.

General Journal

A comprehensive record of financial transactions over the life of a company, listed in chronological order.