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bobthebuilder

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Upcoding is the assignment of a DRG that does not match documentation and is for the purpose of increasing outpatient reimbursement.
 
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Revenue codes classify hospital categories of service by revenue cost center.
 
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

FALSE

Answer to Question 2

TRUE



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