HAC Patient Assessment & Documentation 3

Question 1

Which of the following is an example of a late entry in medical documentation, and how should it be handled?

Accepted Answer

Documenting missed care hours later; label as 'late entry' with current date/time

Answer

Late entries must be clearly labeled as such with the current date and time, not backdated, to preserve the integrity of the record.

Question 2

Which ICD-10-CM guideline requires documentation of the reason for an outpatient visit to be coded to the highest degree of certainty?

Accepted Answer

The uncertain diagnosis guideline

Answer

The uncertain diagnosis guideline prohibits coding 'possible' or 'probable' diagnoses in outpatient settings; only confirmed or signs/symptoms should be coded.

Question 3

A patient presents to the ED with chest pain. After workup, no diagnosis is confirmed. What should the coder document as the primary diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Chest pain, unspecified

Answer

In outpatient settings, unconfirmed diagnoses cannot be coded; the presenting sign or symptom (chest pain) is coded instead.

Question 4

Which element of an advance directive specifies the healthcare agent authorized to make decisions if the patient becomes incapacitated?

Accepted Answer

Healthcare power of attorney

Answer

A healthcare power of attorney designates a specific individual (agent) to make medical decisions when the patient lacks decision-making capacity.

Question 5

In EHR systems, what is the purpose of an audit trail?

Accepted Answer

Records who accessed or modified a patient's record and when

Answer

Audit trails log all user activity within an EHR, including who viewed, entered, or modified records, supporting accountability and HIPAA compliance.

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HAC Patient Assessment & Documentation 3