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mp14

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on: Jun 27, 2018
The first step that the medical office specialist is responsible for before submitting a medical claim is:
 
  verifying patient insurance benefits.
 
  obtaining correct and complete patient information.
 
  entering patient information data into the computer.
 
  posting charges.

Question 2

What is SOAP?
 
  What will be an ideal response?
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akudia

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: obtaining correct and complete patient information.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: SOAP is the most common method of documentation used by physicians. SOAP stands for subjective, objective, assessment, and plan.


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