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wenmo

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Why is it important for the medical assistant to understand medical insurance coding?
 a. Needed to transfer all information
  b. Assists explanations to patients
  c. Helps the patient file claims
  d. Serves as basis for the information on the claim form

Question 2

Any information that identifies an individual or gives a reasonable basis in identifying the individual must be protected.
 a. True
  b. False
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false



duy1981999

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Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

True
RATIONALE: Any information that identifies an individual or gives a reasonable basis in identifying the individual must be protected. This has been established through HIPAA regulations.



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