On the CMS-1500 Claim Form, the Abbreviation MM Indicates That

question 70

Multiple Choice

On the CMS-1500 claim form, the abbreviation MM indicates that:

• A) more than one area of malignancy was located.
• B) multiple tests were performed.
• C) the month should be entered as two digits.
• D) more information is needed before a diagnosis can be determined.

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Definitions:

Absolute Poverty

A condition where individuals lack the basic necessities of life, such as food, clothing, and shelter, measured by predefined income thresholds.

Homeless

A state of having no permanent residence, often resulting in living on the streets, in shelters, or in temporary and inadequate accommodations.

Transitional Poverty

Occurs when a person is living in poverty for a limited period of time; usually results from an event or life circumstance, such as the unexpected loss of employment.

Local Food Bank

A non-profit organization or charity that collects and distributes food to those in need within a local community to combat hunger and food insecurity.