HIT 235 MODULE 5 1,2,3 KNOWLEDGE CHECK EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+
How does the Charge Description Master (CDM) serve as a
revenue generator? ANS >> It assures accurate reimbursements.
Because it is at the centre of the revenue cycle, the CDM drives
regulatory compliance and accurate reimbursement for services
rendered.
The "top half" of the CMS-1500 claim form includes the
insurance information as indicated in the lessons. ANS >> true
Why would a clinical department manager request a line item
be deleted on the CDM? ANS >> The service has been
discontinued.
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In the case of a discontinued service, the line item needs to be
deleted.
What is typically identified by the CPT or HCPCS codes when
using the CDM? ANS >> services and items for the payers
Per the CMS claims manual introduced in the lesson, identify
the specific pieces of information of the four-digit alphanumeric
code for the type of bill. ANS >> Type of facility, 2nd digit: Type of
care, 3rd digit: Sequence of the bill for the episode of care, 4th
digit
Why is documentation essential when making a change to the
CDM? ANS >> to track changes for future audits
The change request form always includes the date the request
was submitted, who made the request, and, importantly, why it
was necessary to make a change in the CDM. This
documentation is essential for tracking changes for future
audits.
In the CDM, why is it critical that all charges listed on charge
tickets be identical to those listed in the billing system? ANS >> to
link it to data elements necessary for billing