CHAA Terms Latest Update with Complete Solutions(GRADED A+)

Accepting Assignment - ANSWER-When a provider agrees to accept the allowable charges as the full fee and cannot charge the patient the difference between the insurance payment and the provider's normal fee. Access - ANSWER-The patient's ability to obtain medical care. The ease of access is determined by such components as the availability to the patient, the location of health care facilities. transportation, hours of operation and cost of care. Account Number - ANSWER-A number assigned to each account. This number is used to identify the account and all charges and payments received. Acute Care - ANSWER-Medical attention given to patients with conditions of sudden onset that demand urgent attention or care of limited duration when the patient's health and wellness would deteriorate without treatment. The care is general short-term rather than long-term or chronic care. Acute Inpatient Care - ANSWER-A level of healthcare delivered to patients experiencing acute illness or trauma. Acute care is generally short-term ( 30 days) Add-Ons - ANSWER-Patients who are schedules for services less than 24 hours in advanc