The FBI keeps crime statistics using what system?

Which of the following BEST defines Modifier 57?

A. This modifier should be appended to the performed E/M service when it is performed during the postoperative period, and the physician who performs the E/M service is also the same physician who performed the surgery and the performed E/M service is unrelated to the surgery that had been performed. B. This modifier should be appended to the performed E/M service when an agency, company, or organization requests the performance of an E/M service to indicate that the patient, patient's family or other physician did not initiate the performed E/M service. C. This modifier should be appended to the performed E/M service when the E/M service results in the decision to perform major surgery less than 24 hours before the actual surgery is actually performed and the E/M service that led to the decision for surgery was the first identification that major surgery was required. D. This modifier should be appended to the performed E/M service when the E/M service is a) performed on the same day as another procedure or service, or b) in conjunction performed by a physician who also performs a completely distinct, independent, noteworthy service or minor procedure on the same day.

You found a patient lying on the ground. As a medical assistant, what is the first step to determine if the patient needs CPR?

a. Check chest compressions b. Check the carotid pulse c. Confirm if the patient is unconscious d. Give mouth to mouth resuscitation