Select the Three Factors That the Coder Must Consider in the Assignment

question 54

Multiple Choice

Select the three factors that the coder must consider in the assignment.

• A)place of service
• B)patient status
• C)patient history
• D)type of service
• E)level of service

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Definitions:

Alzheimer's Disease

A progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects memory, thinking, and behavior, ultimately leading to severe cognitive decline.

Empty Nest Syndrome

A feeling of grief and loneliness parents may feel when their children leave home for the first time, such as to live on their own or attend college.

Development of Depression

The process by which depression unfolds and intensifies in an individual, often influenced by genetic, environmental, and psychological factors.

Parents

Individuals who have contributed to the birth and/or upbringing of a child, playing significant roles in their development and socialization.