It is imperative to verify eligibility and benefit coverage for the patient prior to their being seen by the physician

If necessary, what is the proper way to care for a knee dislocation that has an associated loss of pulse distally?

a. splint with a pillow under the knee and transport b. apply gentle traction along the long axis of the leg c. flex the knee and dorsiflex the ankle to restore the pulse d. extend the knee by gently pressing on the patella

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

1) The healthcare professional in a medical practice or billing office who is responsible for submitting insurance claims may be known as a medical office specialist. 2) A policyholder in a managed care contract is also called a member or enrollee. 3) Providers are not required to sign a contract with a managed care plan in order to become part of the plan's provider network. 4) Types of payment arrangements in managed care contracts include discounted fee-for-service, per diem, per case, percentage of premiums, and capitation. 5) Managed care contracts never prohibit the provider from seeking payment directly from plan members.