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Question 7_1 out of 1 points Which of the following is true about the function of the cochlea Selected Answer: d. It transmits sound only. Correct Answer: d. It transmits sound only. Response Feedback: Rationale: As the stapes footplate moves the oval window, and creates waves in the perilymph of the scala vestibuli of the cochlea, the round window membrane moves, which causes movement of the endolymph inside the cochlear duct. This causes the basilar membrane to vibrate, which in turn ...

 Question 1_4 out of 4 points What is the value of a remittance advice? Selected Answer: c. It states what will be paid and why any changes to charges were made. Correct Answer: c. It states what will be paid and why any changes to charges were made. Response Feedback: Rationale: The determination of the payer is sent to the provider in the form of a remittance advice. The remittance advice explains the outcome of the insurance adjudication on the claim, including the payment amount...

 Question 7_1 out of 1 points Which of the following is true about the function of the cochlea Selected Answer: d. It transmits sound only. Correct Answer: d. It transmits sound only. Response Feedback: Rationale: As the stapes footplate moves the oval window, and creates waves in the perilymph of the scala vestibuli of the cochlea, the round window membrane moves, which causes movement of the endolymph inside the cochlear duct. This causes the basilar membrane to vibrate, which in t...

Chapter 20 Test Review  Question 1_4 out of 4 points A patient with cardiac arrhythmia has a pacemaker system with electrodes in the atrium and ventricle. The patient visits his cardiologist for evaluation of the battery, leads, capture and sensing function, heart rhythm and programmed parameters of the system. What CPT® code is reported? Selected Answer: d. 93288 Correct Answer: d. 93288 Response Feedback: Rationale: In the CPT® Index look for Pacemaker, Heart/Evaluation and Pro...

Chapter 13 Test Review  Question 1_4 out of 4 points The patient presents with a recurrent infection of the Bartholin’s gland which has previously been treated with antibiotics and I&D. At this visit her gynecologist incises the cyst, draining the material from it and tacks the edges of the cyst open creating an open pouch to prevent recurrence. How is this procedure coded? Selected Answer: d. 56440 Correct Answer: d. 56440 Response Feedback: Rationale: Marsupialization is a proc...