Which is NOT an example of an Encoder Edit Check?
a. Mutually exclusive diagnoses
b. Medicaid medical necessity
c. Patient age
d. Unacceptable principal diagnosis
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Q. 2) Which of the following is TRUE about encoders?
a. They were first introduced in the 1990s.
b. They actually take more time to assign codes than book coding.
c. They were introduced in the 1980s.
d. The software allows coders to input key words such as Main Terms.
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Q. 3) Which of the following is NOT an HIT application with which coders interface?
a. EHRs
b. Encoders
c. Computerized scheduling
d. Computer assisted coding
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Q. 4) Which is NOT true about computer assisted coding?
a. It eliminates coders.
b. It transforms coders' jobs.
c. It automatically generates codes based on documentation.
d. It generates codes for review and validation.
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Q. 5) Which is NOT true of an EHR?
a. They store clinical information.
b. They assign codes based on stored clinical information.
c. They have spawned numerous additional technology initiatives.
d. They track clinical information.
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Q. 6) A/an ________ is an instrument used by a surgeon whose main purpose is absorption.
Fill in the blank with correct word.
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Q. 7) ________ is a statement of how the patient's current condition began and how it has progressed.
Fill in the blank with correct word.
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Q. 8) A/an ________ is an electronic version of a patient's medical history maintained by a provider over time.
Fill in the blank with correct word.
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Q. 9) ________ is impacted directly by both the speed and accuracy of coding.
Fill in the blank with correct word.
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Q. 10) ________ is computerized software that automatically generates a set of medical codes for review.
Fill in the blank with correct word.