SNHU HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
EXAM 2025 | 135 QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE
SOLUTIONS
1. Describe the role of an incident report in the context of risk management.
An incident report is a tool for managing health information
systems.
An incident report is a summary of patient records for billing
purposes.
An incident report is used to document and analyze events that
could lead to loss or harm, helping to prevent future
occurrences.
An incident report is a form used to approve bylaws in health
organizations.
2. Discuss the significance of Grace Whiting Myers in the context of health
information management history.
Grace Whiting Myers was pivotal in establishing the foundation
for health information management as the first president of
AHIMA.
Grace Whiting Myers was known for her work in risk management
only.
Grace Whiting Myers had no impact on health information
management.
Grace Whiting Myers focused solely on patient record
management.
3. Which process is the review of the patient's record and determine
,whether any reports, noes, or necessary signatures are missing?
qualitative analysis
abstracting
, quantitative analysis
transcription
4. If an admissions clerk fails to obtain the general consent form from a
patient, what potential issue could arise in the billing process?
Improved accuracy in patient records.
Increased patient satisfaction scores.
Delayed billing to third-party payers.
Faster processing of insurance claims.
5. Describe the importance of the Prepper's role in the context of health
information management.
The Prepper is responsible for managing patient billing and
ensuring compliance with insurance regulations.
The Prepper ensures that records are organized and ready for
efficient processing, which is crucial for maintaining accurate
patient information.
The Prepper conducts audits to ensure adherence to health
information standards.
The Prepper oversees the approval of bylaws and governance
structures.
6. What is the primary responsibility of Case Management/Utilization
Review in a hospital setting?
Coordinates patient discharge planning
Manages patient billing and insurance claims
Oversees hospital staff training programs
Reviews appropriateness and medical necessity of hospital
admissions
, 7. What is the definition of concurrent review in health information
management?
Reviewing the record only during the billing process
Reviewing the record while the patient is still in the healthcare
facility
Reviewing the record for compliance with external regulations
Reviewing the record after the patient has been discharged
8. Which of the following is a professional association with a stated vision of
"leading the advancement and ethical use of quality health information to
promote health and wellness worldwide"?
AHCE
AHIMA
AMA
AHA
9. In order to work with medical records, one must generally:
Complete a health information technology program
Have a professional certification, such as an RHIT
Take continuing education courses
All of the above
10. When filing a medical record, the medical assistant should remove loose
pieces of tape, staples, and paper clips from the record. This is known as:
sanitizing
sorting
documenting
EXAM 2025 | 135 QUESTIONS WITH ACCURATE
SOLUTIONS
1. Describe the role of an incident report in the context of risk management.
An incident report is a tool for managing health information
systems.
An incident report is a summary of patient records for billing
purposes.
An incident report is used to document and analyze events that
could lead to loss or harm, helping to prevent future
occurrences.
An incident report is a form used to approve bylaws in health
organizations.
2. Discuss the significance of Grace Whiting Myers in the context of health
information management history.
Grace Whiting Myers was pivotal in establishing the foundation
for health information management as the first president of
AHIMA.
Grace Whiting Myers was known for her work in risk management
only.
Grace Whiting Myers had no impact on health information
management.
Grace Whiting Myers focused solely on patient record
management.
3. Which process is the review of the patient's record and determine
,whether any reports, noes, or necessary signatures are missing?
qualitative analysis
abstracting
, quantitative analysis
transcription
4. If an admissions clerk fails to obtain the general consent form from a
patient, what potential issue could arise in the billing process?
Improved accuracy in patient records.
Increased patient satisfaction scores.
Delayed billing to third-party payers.
Faster processing of insurance claims.
5. Describe the importance of the Prepper's role in the context of health
information management.
The Prepper is responsible for managing patient billing and
ensuring compliance with insurance regulations.
The Prepper ensures that records are organized and ready for
efficient processing, which is crucial for maintaining accurate
patient information.
The Prepper conducts audits to ensure adherence to health
information standards.
The Prepper oversees the approval of bylaws and governance
structures.
6. What is the primary responsibility of Case Management/Utilization
Review in a hospital setting?
Coordinates patient discharge planning
Manages patient billing and insurance claims
Oversees hospital staff training programs
Reviews appropriateness and medical necessity of hospital
admissions
, 7. What is the definition of concurrent review in health information
management?
Reviewing the record only during the billing process
Reviewing the record while the patient is still in the healthcare
facility
Reviewing the record for compliance with external regulations
Reviewing the record after the patient has been discharged
8. Which of the following is a professional association with a stated vision of
"leading the advancement and ethical use of quality health information to
promote health and wellness worldwide"?
AHCE
AHIMA
AMA
AHA
9. In order to work with medical records, one must generally:
Complete a health information technology program
Have a professional certification, such as an RHIT
Take continuing education courses
All of the above
10. When filing a medical record, the medical assistant should remove loose
pieces of tape, staples, and paper clips from the record. This is known as:
sanitizing
sorting
documenting
