Medical Coding Test Questions and Answers
Question 1
1
MULTIPLE CHOICE
CORRECT
4/4
Result: 4 out of 4 points possible
Who is responsible for enforcing the HIPAA security rule?
1. OIG
2. HHS
3. Correct:
OCR
Correct answer
4. CMS
Question 2
2
MULTIPLE CHOICE
CORRECT
4/4
Result: 4 out of 4 points possible
What is the definition of medical coding?
1. Deciphering explanation of benefits provided by an insurance carrier.
2. Correct:
Translating documentation into numerical/alphanumerical codes used to obtain
reimbursement.
Correct answer
3. Translating services a provider performs into documentation.
4. Translating documentation into software compatible notes.
Question 3
3
MULTIPLE CHOICE
CORRECT
4/4
Result: 4 out of 4 points possible
The minimum necessary rule applies to
1. Disclosures to or requests by a health care provider for treatment purposes.
2. Disclosures to the individual who is the subject of the information.
3. Uses or disclosures that are required by other law.
4. Correct:
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Question 1
1
MULTIPLE CHOICE
CORRECT
4/4
Result: 4 out of 4 points possible
Who is responsible for enforcing the HIPAA security rule?
1. OIG
2. HHS
3. Correct:
OCR
Correct answer
4. CMS
Question 2
2
MULTIPLE CHOICE
CORRECT
4/4
Result: 4 out of 4 points possible
What is the definition of medical coding?
1. Deciphering explanation of benefits provided by an insurance carrier.
2. Correct:
Translating documentation into numerical/alphanumerical codes used to obtain
reimbursement.
Correct answer
3. Translating services a provider performs into documentation.
4. Translating documentation into software compatible notes.
Question 3
3
MULTIPLE CHOICE
CORRECT
4/4
Result: 4 out of 4 points possible
The minimum necessary rule applies to
1. Disclosures to or requests by a health care provider for treatment purposes.
2. Disclosures to the individual who is the subject of the information.
3. Uses or disclosures that are required by other law.
4. Correct:
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