CMAA Comprehensive Review Flashcards
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The term 'superbill' in a medical office refers to:
Answer: A charge slip listing services rendered, diagnosis codes, and procedure codes used for billing
A superbill (also called an encounter form) is a pre-printed or electronic document capturing all billable information from a patient visit.
Which federal law prohibits physicians from referring patients to facilities in which they have a financial interest?
Answer: Stark Law (Physician Self-Referral Law)
The Stark Law prohibits physician self-referrals to entities with which the physician has a financial relationship, for designated health services.
A patient requests copies of their medical records. Under HIPAA, the practice must provide access within:
Answer: 30 days (with one 30-day extension if needed)
HIPAA requires covered entities to provide patients access to their PHI within 30 days, with a possible 30-day extension.
Which type of insurance covers employees who are injured while performing job duties?
Answer: Workers' Compensation
Workers' compensation is a state-mandated insurance program that covers medical expenses and lost wages for work-related injuries.
An ICD-10-CM code is used in medical billing to describe:
Answer: The patient's diagnosis or reason for the visit
ICD-10-CM (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification) codes classify diagnoses and health conditions.
What is the purpose of a prior authorization in healthcare?
Answer: To obtain insurer approval before certain services or medications are provided
Prior authorization (pre-authorization) requires a provider to get insurer approval before delivering specific services to ensure coverage.
When handling a medical emergency in the office, the medical administrative assistant's first priority should be to:
Answer: Alert clinical staff and call 911 if needed
Patient safety is the immediate priority; alerting clinical staff and activating emergency services takes precedence over administrative tasks.