HI 330
Coding Management & Compliance
FINALS READINESS EXAM
Q&S
©2024/2025
, 1. Which of the following is a key component of ICD-10-
CM coding compliance?
A. Regular software updates
B. Educating patients on coding
C. Documentation accuracy
D. Staff uniform policy
Answer: C. Documentation accuracy
Rationale: Accurate documentation ensures that codes
truly reflect the services provided and are essential for
coding compliance.
2. What is the primary function of the National Correct
Coding Initiative (NCCI)?
A. To establish clinical guidelines
B. To prevent improper coding practices
C. To standardize medical terminology
D. To track patient outcomes
Answer: B. To prevent improper coding practices
Rationale: NCCI is designed to promote accurate and
proper coding methodologies to prevent improper
payments.
3. Which organization is responsible for the enforcement
of HIPAA?
A. WHO
B. CDC
C. HHS
D. CMS
Answer: C. HHS
Rationale: The Department of Health and Human
Services (HHS) enforces HIPAA regulations.
©2024/2025
Coding Management & Compliance
FINALS READINESS EXAM
Q&S
©2024/2025
, 1. Which of the following is a key component of ICD-10-
CM coding compliance?
A. Regular software updates
B. Educating patients on coding
C. Documentation accuracy
D. Staff uniform policy
Answer: C. Documentation accuracy
Rationale: Accurate documentation ensures that codes
truly reflect the services provided and are essential for
coding compliance.
2. What is the primary function of the National Correct
Coding Initiative (NCCI)?
A. To establish clinical guidelines
B. To prevent improper coding practices
C. To standardize medical terminology
D. To track patient outcomes
Answer: B. To prevent improper coding practices
Rationale: NCCI is designed to promote accurate and
proper coding methodologies to prevent improper
payments.
3. Which organization is responsible for the enforcement
of HIPAA?
A. WHO
B. CDC
C. HHS
D. CMS
Answer: C. HHS
Rationale: The Department of Health and Human
Services (HHS) enforces HIPAA regulations.
©2024/2025
