AAPC Claims Management & Adjudication

Question 1

What is the first step in the claims adjudication process?

Accepted Answer

Verifying patient eligibility and benefits

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Appealing a denied claim

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Submitting a corrected claim

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Billing the patient directly

Question 2

Which document outlines the insurance company's payment decision?

Accepted Answer

Explanation of Benefits (EOB)

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CMS-1500 Form

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Patient ledger

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Charge master

Question 3

What happens if a claim is submitted with missing information?

Accepted Answer

It is denied or rejected for missing information

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It is automatically approved.

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It is paid at a reduced rate.

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It is forwarded to collections.

Question 4

What is coordination of benefits (COB)?

Accepted Answer

Determining which insurer pays first

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Paying claims twice

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Rejecting all claims

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Collecting payments directly from patients

Question 5

What does the term 'clean claim' mean?

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A claim submitted without errors or omissions

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A claim filed by a preferred provider

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A claim that requires multiple appeals

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A claim that is automatically denied

Question 6

What is the purpose of claim appeals?

Accepted Answer

To challenge a denied or underpaid claim

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To request a refund

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To correct billing codes

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To cancel patient coverage

Question 7

What is a denial code?

Accepted Answer

A code identifying reasons for claim denial

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A code indicating a payment has been processed

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A code showing claim approval

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A code for patient billing purposes

Question 8

What is the timely filing limit for insurance claims?

Accepted Answer

Typically 90 days to one year after service

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There is no time limit.

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Five years after the service date

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Only after an appeal is filed

Question 9

Why is accurate coding important for claims adjudication?

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It speeds up the claim payment and prevents denials

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It creates confusion for payers

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It guarantees automatic approval

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It lowers reimbursement rates