The words principal diagnosis are applicable to both the inpatient and outpatient care setting.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
False
Inpatient only; the reference in the outpatient setting is primary diagnosis. This can be a diagnosis, sign, symptom, ill-defined condition, or reason for the encounter.
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Before submitting the claims to Medicare, the HHRG must be converted to a Health Insurance Prospective Payment System code (HIPPS)
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Which of the following factors is NOT measured by the prothrombin time?
A. VII B. IX C. X D. V
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