Chapter 2 : The Health Record Flashcards
What is a compilation of unique person and medical information relating to a client?
The medical record
The medical record is what type of document?
a legal document
What is the primary purpose of the health record?
the exchange of info among a client’s healthcare providers in order to determine problems, concerns, and strengths, plan and record treatment, substantiate care & fulfill legal documentation requirements
The health record is the property of……
the health care facility
HIPAA stands for……
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (1996)
What does POMR stand for……
Problem Oriented Medical Record
What does POMR stand for……
Problem Oriented Medical Record
What is used by healthcare providers when submitting claims for reimbursement?
billing codes
What is used by healthcare providers when submitting claims for reimbursement?
billing codes
What type of code enables healthcare providers to use common language?
CPT codes
What type of code enables healthcare providers to use common language?
CPT codes
What are the 2 types of CPT codes?
1) Level I
2) Level II
What are the 2 types of CPT codes?
1) Level I
2) Level II
What type of code is a 5 digit code maintained by the AMA and based on procedures?
Level I Codes (CPT)
What type of code is a 5 digit code maintained by the AMA and based on procedures?
Level I Codes (CPT)