A coder acquires a working knowledge of coding systems, coding conventions and guidelines, government regulations, and third-party payer requirements to ensure that documented diagnoses, services, and procedures are coded accurately for __________, research, and statistical purposes

a. compliance
b. continuity of care
c. quality assurance
d. reimbursement

d

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According to NFPA 1901 , mobile water supply apparatus must be equipped with a tank capacity of at least:

A. 500 gallons ( 2 000 L). B. 1,000 gallons (4 000 L). C. 2,000 gallons ( 8 000 L). D. 3,500 gallons ( 14 000 L).

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Which of the following is NOT one of the three types of file storage systems commonly used in a physician's office?

A. Vertical B. Lateral C. Movable D. Fixed

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