MCQ Flashcards
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What type of health record format organizes documentation by the source or department that generated it?
Answer: Source-oriented medical record
The source-oriented medical record organizes documentation by the department or source that created it.
Which of the following is an example of a secondary data source in healthcare?
Answer: A disease registry
Disease registries are secondary data sources because they derive information from primary sources and organize it for specific purposes.
What is the purpose of a clinical documentation improvement (CDI) program?
Answer: To ensure complete and accurate documentation that reflects patient acuity and supports proper coding
CDI programs work to ensure clinical documentation accurately reflects severity of illness and complexity of care.
Under HIPAA, what is the maximum civil penalty per violation category for willful neglect that is not corrected?
Answer: $50,000 per violation with a maximum of $1.5 million per year
The highest tier of HIPAA civil penalties applies to violations due to willful neglect not corrected within 30 days.
What is the function of a charge description master (CDM) in healthcare revenue cycle management?
Answer: To contain all billable items and services with associated charges and codes
The charge description master (CDM) is a comprehensive list of all billable items and services provided by a facility.
Which accreditation organization is primarily responsible for accrediting hospitals in the United States?
Answer: The Joint Commission
The Joint Commission is the primary accrediting body for hospitals in the United States.