COC Business Operations & Practice Management

Question 1

Which federal act establishes the foundation for protection against discrimination for patients with disabilities seeking O&P services?

Accepted Answer

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Answer

The ADA prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in public accommodations, employment, and services, directly affecting how O&P practices must serve all patients.

Question 2

The ABC (American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics) requires practitioners to earn continuing education units (CEUs) to:

Accepted Answer

Maintain board certification and ensure ongoing competency

Answer

ABC certification renewal requires CEUs to ensure practitioners stay current with evolving clinical evidence, technology, and practice standards.

Question 3

Prior authorization for a prosthetic device from Medicare is required primarily to:

Accepted Answer

Verify medical necessity and ensure reimbursement eligibility before fabrication

Answer

Prior authorization confirms that the prescribed device meets Medicare's medical necessity criteria, protecting both the patient and the provider from claim denials.

Question 4

Which document must be obtained from the prescribing physician before an orthosis or prosthesis can be billed to Medicare?

Accepted Answer

Written order or prescription (Certificate of Medical Necessity)

Answer

A written prescription or Certificate of Medical Necessity (CMN) from the treating physician is required by Medicare before an O&P device can be billed.

Question 5

HIPAA regulations in an O&P practice primarily govern:

Accepted Answer

Protection and confidential handling of patient health information (PHI)

Answer

HIPAA establishes standards for safeguarding protected health information (PHI), requiring O&P practices to control access to and use of patient medical records.

COC - Certified Orthotic and Prosthetic Practitioner Practice Test

COC - Certified Orthotic and Prosthetic Practitioner Practice Test

COC Business Operations & Practice Management