MSCE Top Possible Questions and Answers 2024

If a doctor evaluates a patient's pulse oximetry to be hypoxic at 80%, this does not need to be documented for reimbursement. - False Why is a scribe not allowed to assist a patient to get out of a bed and not allowed to physically assist a patient to walk? - A scribe is not licensed to deliver patient care and may not be insured should an injury occur while performing a restricted activity. Mandate to create a nation EHR database was signed into law in 2004 by President Bush's administration. - True Cyt/o is a word part meaning: - cell If documentation supports critical care, but the amount of time spent is not documented, the physician will still be reimbursed for providing critical care. - False A UTI that has traveled to the upper urinary system is commonly termed pyelonephritis - True Sodium, Potassium, and chloride are all labs used to screen for electrolyte imbalances. - True What percentage of patients should have online access to their health information to me Meaningful Use Stage 2 requirements. - More than 50% Which of the is not a benefit of using a EHR - Reduces medical cost, such as ordering duplicate tests on a patient. A patient with blood pressure of 118/76 would generally be considered: - Normotensive