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