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CMS 1450 (UB-04) Correct Answ_A revised version of the UB-92, federal directive
requiring a hospital to follow specific billing procedures, itemizing all services included and
billed for on each invoice.
ACCEPTING ASSIGNMENT Correct Answ_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.
Acute Care Correct Answ_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 generally short-term rather than long-
term or chronic care.
Administrative Costs Correct Answ_Costs associated with creating and submitting a bill for
services which could include: registration, utilization review, coding, billing, and collection
expenses
APDRG Correct Answ_All Patient Diagnosis Related Groups Assignment of Benefits