Which document is used to guarantee the patient’s financial and medical record?
When a patient signs a release of medical information at a physician’s office, that release is generally considered to be valid for how long?
Question 1
When a provider receives a fixed amount to provide only the care that an individual needs from the provider, this is known as a _____________ payment.
capitation
fixed
premium
sub-capitation
4 points
Question 2
The healthcare industry is heavily regulated by ____ and ____ legislation.
city; local
state; city
county; state
federal; state
4 points
Question 3
When a patient signs a release of medical information at a physician’s office, that release is generally considered to be valid
for six months
for a single visit to the physician
for one year from the date entered on the form
until the patient changes insurance companies
4 points
Question 4
When the provider is required to receive as payment in full whatever amount the insurance reimburses for services, the provider is agreeing to
accept assignment
assignment of benefits
authorize services
coordination of benefits
4 points
Question 5
Which document is used to guarantee the patient’s financial and medical record?
encounter form
patient insurance form
patient ledger
patient registration form
4 points
Question 6
The person responsible for paying the charges for services rendered by the provider is the
beneficiary
guarantor
guardian