Asked by Helen Jimenez on May 10, 2024

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If an EHR's coding software detects a charge that does not match a diagnosis code, it may ____.

A) refuse to process the file
B) produce a flag to alert the medical office
C) process the coding improperly
D) bill the patient erroneously
E) cause the computer to crash

EHR's Coding Software

Software tools used within Electronic Health Records systems to assign standardized codes to diagnoses and treatments for billing and analysis.

Diagnosis Code

A standardized value used to classify a diagnosis for purposes such as billing and health records, often based on systems like ICD-10.

Produce a Flag

The action or process of creating or manufacturing a flag.

  • Understand the methods for rectifying entries and preserving data accuracy in digital records.
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Chieh-Ju ChiangMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
When an EHR's coding software detects a charge that does not match a diagnosis code, it is designed to produce a flag to alert the medical office. This feature helps in identifying and correcting coding errors before they lead to billing issues or claim denials.