Question 6 of 140
A noncompliant query includes querying the provider regarding:
    Correct Answer: A

Question 7 of 140
When there is a discrepancy between the clinical documentation integrity practitioner’s (CDIP’s) working DRG and the coder’s final DRG, which of the following is considered a fundamental element that must be in place for a successful resolution?
    Correct Answer: B

Question 8 of 140
A patient presented with shortness of breath, elevated B-type natriuretic peptide, and lower extremity edema to the emergency room. During the hospitalization, a cardiac echocardiogram was performed and revealed an ejection fraction of 55% with diastolic dysfunction. The patient's history includes hypertension (HTN), chronic kidney disease (CKD) (baseline glomerular filtration rate 40) and congestive heart failure (CHF). The clinical documentation integrity practitioner (CDIP) has queried the physician to further clarify the patient’s diagnosis. Which response provides the highest level of specificity?
    Correct Answer: C

Question 9 of 140
Which of the following is nonessential to facilitate code capture when educating clinical staff on documentation practices associated with diabetes mellitus?
    Correct Answer: D

Question 10 of 140
A query should be generated when the documentation is
    Correct Answer: C