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JMatthes

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In addition to the reimbursement process, ICD-9-CM codes are used by outside agencies to:
 
  A. forecast healthcare needs.
  B. conduct studies of disease trends.
  C. review costs and evaluate facilities.
  D. all of the above.

Question 2

ICD-9-CM codes submitted on insurance claim forms are used to:
 
  A. record a patient's office visits or inpatient days.
  B. report specific procedures and services.
  C. determine medical necessity for covered procedures and services.
  D. report patient demographic information.
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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: all of the above.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: determine medical necessity for covered procedures and services.


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