What is the usual method of seeking redress if an applicant for code modification feels that the decision reached was unfair?
A. Alerting the media of the mishandling of the situation
B. Filing a petition requesting a hearing before a Board of Appeals
C. Filing a legal suit against the enforcement officer and inspection agency
D. Contacting the local law enforcement authority and requesting an investigation
B
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A patient with a history of frequent urinary tract infections (UTI) is complaining of lower abdominal pain and feels as though she has one again. Which of the following assessment findings would cause you to question the presence of a UTI?
A) Temperature of 101.3°F B) Flank pain C) Cloudy urine D) Vaginal bleeding
Kickback violations occur when a(n) _____
A) Physician refers patients to a facility in which he holds a financial interest B) Provider receives compensation for patient referrals to a specific facility C) Third-party payers reimburse facilities and physicians for overbilled services D) Surgical procedure is coded at a higher level to increase financial compensation