Extirpation of matter from abdominal sympathetic nerve, open approach

In non-emergency situations, the patient has the time to consider:

a. Whether to have the procedure. b. Who will perform the procedure. c. Where the procedure will be performed. d. All of these.

Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. Subjective information in the medical record includes the history of the present illness (HPI). 2. The plan section of the medical record includes the diagnosis made at the time of the encounter or shortly thereafter. 3. A patient's vital signs, height, and weight would be documented as subjective information in the medical record. 4. Most practices learn about the appeals policies of the insurance carriers they work with by referring to administrative manuals, contracts, and newsletters. 5. If the services provided are NOT appropriate in light of the diagnosis and the claim is denied, a telephone appeal can resolve the situation.