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Why is documentation important?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Software that is used to calculate the Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) payment group is called a(n):
 
  claims processing system.
 
  grouper.
 
  accounts receivable system.
 
  database.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: An unwritten rule states that if a service or procedure is not documented, it was not performed. Therefore, no payment can be made on the claim. Complete and accurate documentation is critical to support the medical necessity of services provided.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: grouper.



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