Med Term CYU #8
The term nomenclature refers to a standardized method of assigning codes to diagnose and procedures
False
The following are all examples of classification systems except
MEDCIN
The RAC audits have not been successful in returning money to the Medicare fund
True
The use of standardized classification systems has a direct impact on health caee
True
When is the ICD-11! likely to be implemented in the United States?
2025
How does the implementation an EHR system affect the process of coding health records?
Allows for more efficient coding and increases the accuracy of code assignments
Which of the following classification system is used to code outpatient procedures and inpatient provider services?
CPT
Concurrent coding is an easy process to perform with paper records but is made more difficult with the use of an EHR system.
False
Healthcare providers are best served by waiting for external auditors to show them where their coding problems exist
False
When was ICD 10 implemented in the United States?
October 1st, 2015