RHIT Flashcards
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Which coding system is used to report inpatient hospital procedures in the United States?
Answer: ICD-10-PCS
ICD-10-PCS is the official coding system for reporting inpatient hospital procedures in the United States.
What is the purpose of the Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Group (MS-DRG) system?
Answer: To classify inpatient stays into groups for prospective payment purposes
The MS-DRG system classifies inpatient hospital stays into clinically similar groups for Medicare's Inpatient Prospective Payment System.
A patient is admitted for pneumonia and develops a urinary tract infection during the hospital stay. How should the UTI be classified?
Answer: Hospital-acquired condition
A condition that develops during the hospital stay and was not present at admission is classified as a hospital-acquired condition (HAC).
What is the minimum necessary standard under HIPAA?
Answer: Covered entities must limit PHI disclosures to the minimum amount needed to accomplish the intended purpose
The HIPAA minimum necessary standard requires covered entities to make reasonable efforts to limit PHI access to only what is needed.
What is the function of an encoder in the medical coding process?
Answer: To provide automated code lookup and validation to assist coders in assigning accurate codes
An encoder is a software tool that assists medical coders by providing automated code lookup, sequencing guidance, and edit checks.
Which of the following is a key component of an effective compliance program in healthcare?
Answer: Conducting regular internal audits, providing staff education, and establishing a reporting mechanism for concerns
An effective compliance program includes regular audits, ongoing education, and a mechanism for reporting concerns.