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When using a FOUR-digit Medicare type of bill code in form locator 4, the bill classification (type of care) is represented by the:
 
  first digit.
 
  second digit.
 
  third digit.
 
  fourth digit.

Question 2

Credit balances and refunds result from __________ by patients and third-party payers.
 
  Fill in the blank with correct word.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: third digit.

Answer to Question 2

overpayments



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