Matching ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes to CPT and HCPCS level II procedure and service codes on a claim submitted for a patient encounter ensures that services and procedures are reasonable and necessary for the diagnosis or treatment of an illness or injury. This concept is called __________

a. advance beneficiary notice of nonpayment
b. medical necessity
c. quality assurance
d. utilization management

b

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Using _______ vendors often results in discounts, special services, and provides a public relations benefit for the physician. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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It is recommended that what percentage of an individual's total daily caloric intake be made up of protein? 

A. 5% B. 4% to 8% C. 10% to 35% D. 40% to 50% E. 50% to 60%

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