Preventable conditions that develop while the patient is hospitalized are called:

Which of the following is likely NOT a reason an order would be cancelled:

The patient has undergone surgery for a hernia.  On day two of hospitalization, the physician documents “anemia” in the record.  What challenge does this present for the coder?

There is an adage in healthcare that applies specifically to the interaction between the patient and caregivers.  It is “If it’s not documented, _______________”.

Which of the following is NOT one of the expected outcomes of a successful CDI program?

Changes in Medicare payment rules requiring physicians attest to the need for the patient to stay two nights is called:

Orders that have been placed but have not been completed are called:

Inpatient length of stay is measured in days, ____________________

An E/M charge for emergency services expresses the level of _____________________ of services provided in the Emergency Department.

Which of the following are government payers?